Hiker Rescued In Griffith Park

September 23, 2024 ·

A hiker was rescued by the LAFD in Griffith Park. Photo by Spencer Davis.

GRIFFITH PARK—On Sunday, September 22, the Los Angeles Fire Department reported that they rescued a hiker near 2800 E. Observatory Rd. The incident was reported at 7:26 p.m.

Park Rangers located the hiker down approximately 75 feet from the ridge. The hiker was uninjured but stuck in a precarious location.

Park Rangers deployed a rope rescue system and lowered a rescuer to secure the patient. As firefighters met them on scene, they were conducting a raising operation to rescue the individual. The patient was safely brought topside and evaluated to ensure no injuries. No additional details about the incident was disclosed to the public.

By Trevor

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