Hiker Carried Out From White Mountain Trail After Being Injured

THORNTON, NH — NH Fish and Game Department was made aware of a hiker who needed assistance off the Welch and Dickey loop trail Tuesday around 4 p.m.

A husband and wife from Londonderry were hiking between the summits, commonly known as the saddle, when a hiker briefly lost her balance while climbing up a rock face. The hiker stumbled back and she struck her lower extremity severe enough to require her to be carried off the mountain.

NH Conservation Officers, members of the Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue Team, Campton and Thornton Fire Department and Waterville Valley Police Department assisted in the 2 mile carry out arriving back at the trailhead around 7:45 p.m.

Paula Archambault of Londonderry was assessed by the Campton and Thornton Fire Rescue personnel and brought to Speare Memorial for further evaluation.

The Archambault’s had recently purchased their HikeSafe card which helped to support the search and rescue efforts. The pair were also well prepared for their hike and had the proper clothing to keep them warm while they waited for assistance.

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