Hiker who called for help leaves trail unassisted

A woman who fell ill today while hiking in the Bump and Grind Trail, prompting firefighters to prepare for a rescue, was able to leave the preserve under her own power.

The hiker requested assistance about 11:20 a.m. after she had hiked roughly a mile west along the trail, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.

Officials said the woman, whose name was withheld, indicated she was in medical distress, but no other details were released.

Fire crews prepared to mount a rescue operation, but according to a fire department spokeswoman, the hiker was able to “walk out” nd did not require emergency treatment.