A 33-year-old man died and four others were rescued after a heat-related emergency in Arizona’s Gold Canyon on Sunday (May 11). The group was hiking the Wave Cave Trail in the Superstition Mountains, about 40 miles east of Phoenix, when the incident occurred.
According to the Superstition Fire & Medical District (SFMD), the hikers had been on the trail for six hours when the man experienced a medical emergency. Despite attempts by fellow hikers to perform CPR, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The other four hikers were rescued but refused hospital transport.
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office stated that the group had run out of water, which likely contributed to the emergency. No foul play is suspected, and the Pinal County Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death.
The SFMD warned of the dangers of hiking in extreme heat, noting that temperatures in the area reached nearly 100 degrees on Sunday. They advised hikers to avoid trails during the hottest parts of the day and to stay hydrated.
The SFMD emphasized that heat-related illnesses can set in quickly, even for experienced hikers, and urged people to plan wisely and prioritize safety over adventure.
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