Hiker Rescued in the Hollywood Hills

Firefighters rescued a hiker in the Hollywood Hills Monday evening, authorities report.

A call from the 1800 block of N. Bronson Avenue was made at 5:40 p.m. said Matt Spence, a spokesman for the Los Angeles Fire Department.

A search ensued on the ground and in the air.

The lost hiker was found around 6:15 p.m. and was taken to the hospital for evaluation, Spence said. He did not know the hiker's condition.

— City News Service