Firefighters Airlift 4 Distressed Hikers In Palm Desert

PALM DESERT, CA — Four hikers were airlifted to safety Thursday afternoon after they reported feeling weak in the Ladder Canyon Trail area of Palm Desert, fire officials said.

According to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department, firefighters responded to the emergency call at around 3:25 p.m. California Highway Patrol helicopter H60 was deployed to locate and airlift the distressed hikers to paramedics awaiting their arrival at a landing zone.

The four hikers were evaluated by paramedics at the scene but refused further medical attention.

Ladder Canyon Trail is a popular hiking destination in the Coachella Valley.

Thursday's rescue was similar to a previous emergency call last week when one hiker was rescued by firefighters in Ladder Canyon Trail.

It was unknown if any of the four hikers suffered injuries. No additional information was immediately available.