Volunteer Rescuer Runs 1.5 Miles Through Linville Gorge to Aid Injured Climber

A Burke Rescue volunteer ran 1.5 miles through rugged terrain, climbing 1,000 feet, to reach and assist a climber who suffered serious injuries after a 20-foot fall near Shortoff Mountain in North Carolina.

31 Aug, 19:06 — 31 Aug, 19:06

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Rescuer runs 1.5 miles with blood to save climber after 20-foot fall

A climber suffered serious injuries after falling 15 to 20 feet while tackling a challenging route near Shortoff Mountain in North Carolina. During the rescue, a Burke Rescue volunteer ran 1.5 miles through Linville Gorge, climbing 1,000 feet in 31 minutes while carrying critical whole blood to help stabilise the injured climber.

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