The number of search and rescue incidents in Vermont rose 41% from 100 in
2015 to 141 in 2023, according to public safety department data obtained by
Community News Service. More and more people are trekking off-path without
being prepared, putting themselves and first responders in danger, say
those in the field.
Vermont search and rescues are rising — and first responders fear more people are headed out unprepared vtdigger.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from vtdigger.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Mountain rescue teams are concerned that the surge of hikers combined with winter conditions and the timing of the eclipse could spell disaster on Monday
Vermont search and rescue teams beg people to not hike on eclipse day wbur.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from wbur.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.