Quebec hiker rescued after nearly 15-metre fall on Mount Washington

A 24-year-old from Quebec City was rescued by the U.S. National Guard after falling nearly 15 metres during a hike on Mount Washington in New Hampshire last Saturday afternoon.

The hiker from Sainte-Foy suffered serious injuries when he fell off a steep slab on the upper section of the Huntington Ravine Trail, a section of the mountain known for its dangerous cliffs. He had been hiking with three others at the time. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.

Due to the difficult terrain, multiple agencies were called to assist. "The National Guard was able to quickly assemble a crew and flew up from Concord arriving at 2:55 p.m. They were able to hoist down their paramedic who provided initial treatment of the hiker and got him into a litter," New Hampshire police said.

Authorities reported that dozens of hikers have had to be rescued after being stranded or injured on the trail and strongly advised people to avoid it.