Hikers Rescued Near Thermal Amid Searing Heat

THERMAL, CA — Three hikers were rescued by helicopter Tuesday, with one suffering moderate injuries in a trail near Thermal.

The incident was reported shortly before 2 p.m. Tuesday near Painted Canyon Road, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department. The agency said the hikers suffered heat-related ailments at Painted Canyon Trail, with one medically treated and the two others refusing medical treatment at the scene.

A Riverside County Sheriff's Rescue 9 helicopter hoisted the three hikers out of the area and transported the victim to a hospital by ground ambulance.

Identifying information on the individuals was not immediately available.