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The dramatic video captures the moment when two hikers were rescued after being trapped on the secluded beach near one of the most dangerous threats of Point Rayes National Sehore.
According to a social media update from the Sonoma County Sheriff Office, the growing Tide cut its only way, the pair got stuck near Elephant Rock.
After spending several hours in the area, Hikers realized that they were stuck and called emergency services, department spokesman Emily Fuller said In a statement to SFGATE.
Due to lack of safe access by land or sea, a helicopter crew was sent to exclude rescue. Using a 100 -foot line, the respondents hoisted hikers from the beach after securing them in “hot seat”, a harness designed for air rescue.
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The helicopter crew blooms two stranded hikers from Point Rayes Beach, as the tide left him trapped near the elephant rock, with no safe exit. (National Parks Service/Sonoma County Sheriff Office/Marin County Fire Department)
The hikers were then sent to the Marin County Fire Department, the Sheriff’s office confirmed. Fortunately, there was no injury.
The rescue video reflects the dramatic view as a rescuers descend to the rocky coastline, then up with both the hikers suspended above the water.
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The dramatic video depicts the helicopter rescue of two stranded hikers. (Sonoma County Sheriff Office/Marin County Fire Fire Department)
While the point rays are a popular destination for hiking and coastal exploration, it causes serious risks, the national park service warns.
“Ocean is one of the most dangerous features in point rays,” Park website note.
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National Parks Seva says, “Ocean Point Reis is one of the most dangerous threats found in National Sehore.” (National Park Service)
Visitors are warned about dangers such as powerful surf, unexpected “sneaker” waves, strong currents, polluted water, cold temperatures and hidden hot coal. There are no lifeguards, and there are challenging areas in the area, including unstable rocks and bluffs.
Fuller insisted that some beach areas “can be completely closed” once the tide rises, no one leaves a safe path. He advised anyone who discovers the beach should check the tide chart and take a reliable way to call for help.
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“It is important to have access to emergency communication,” he said. “There is no cell service in parts of the beach, so carrying a satellite communication equipment such as a gamin inrech can be a life saving.”
The Sonoma County Sheriff reached the office and national parks for Fox News Digital Comment, but did not immediately get any response.
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