Crime & Safety
Rescuers Respond To Fatal Medical Emergency On Mt Chocorua In Albany
A 58-year-old hiker from Montreal, Quebec, was unable to be revived. Lakes Region Search and Rescue assisted at the incident Saturday.
ALBANY, NH - New Hampshire Fish and Game was notified that a hiker suffered a medical emergency on the Piper Trail on Mt. Chocorua Saturday at about 11:30 a.m.
The hiker was nearly 2.0 miles from the trailhead when the incident took place. Members of his family and passing hikers with medical experience assisted him.
The hiker lost consciousness several times, and ultimately, CPR was performed for over an hour, but unfortunately, the life-saving efforts were not successful.
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The hiker was a 58-year-old resident of Montreal, QC. His name is being withheld pending notification of his family.
Along with Conservation Officers, members of the Conway Fire Department, the US Forest Service, Lakes Region Search and Rescue, and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office responded.
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Conservation Officers say Lakes Region Search and Rescue(LRSAR) is a highly skilled volunteer search and rescue organization whose members work hard to maintain the skills and equipment necessary to carry out rescues across the state. Anyone can donate to LRSAR through the New Hampshire Outdoor Council at www.nhoutdoorcouncil.org.
Donations are fully tax-deductible. Outdoor enthusiasts are also encouraged to purchase a Hike Safe card at www.wildnh.com/safe. The card helps support Fish and Game search and rescue activities.
For safe hiking tips and a list of essential gear, visit hikesafe.com.
