A Storm Collapsed His Tent on the PCT. Rescuers Hiked 8 Miles Overnight to Reach Him. (Washington State)

A hypothermic hiker called for a rescue on the Pacific Crest Trail near Washington’s Goat Rocks over the weekend after a winter storm brought 60 mph wind gusts and snow to the area, collapsing his tent.Ongoing weather challenges kept helicopters grounded. Instead of relying on air support, a five-person Tacoma Mountain Rescue team hiked 8 miles overnight to reach the hiker. By 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, they successfully located the hiker, who was in his 20s, and began efforts to warm and stabilize him. Two rescuers stayed overnight with the hiker in a two-person tent. The following morning, the rescuers...