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Hikers rescued from Lone Peak after extensive search-and-rescue operations

By ABC 4 · September 6, 2026 · 1 min read
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SALT LAKE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Two hikers were rescued from Lone Peak after suffering from altitude sickness. According to Salt Lake County Search and Rescue (SLCSAR), they were dispatched to assist two hikers who were at the top of Lone Peak around 10:49 p.m. on Saturday night.

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