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CVSAR completes two weekend backcountry recues

Comox Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) were kept busy over the weekend with a pair of calls for service. 

On Saturday, August 23, a female mountain biker crashed while riding with her family and was unable to walk. 

Crews located the injured female and assessed her for a suspected pelvic fracture; she was transported via stretcher to a waiting ambulance. 

The next rescue happened Sunday, August 24, when a call came in just before 5:00 p.m. to assist a male hiker who had fallen while exploring the Rosewall Creek Trail. 

Rescue crews were supported by Campbell River SAR and 49 North Helicopters to perform a long-line helicopter rescue, but difficult terrain and fading daylight made the rescue impossible. 

Additional support with crews from Arrowsmith SAR was requested along with a night hoist operation, which was supported by North Shore Rescue through the Emergency Coordination Centre. 

The injured man was brought downstream to a more suitable location, and the hiker was flown to Qualicum Airport before being transferred to BCEHS. 

CVSAR members returned back to Courtenay shortly before 2:00 a.m. Monday morning. 

Nathan Maley
Nathan Maley
Born and raised in Nanaimo, Nathan is passionate about sharing local stories with the communities where he grew up. When he’s not working, he can often be found on the court playing ball hockey, spending time with friends and family, or relaxing with a good movie.

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