A Texas woman, Caroline Wilson, was rescued from dangerous conditions at Mount Washington after suffering from hypothermia. Rescue efforts were complicated by freezing temperatures and winds reaching 120 mph. The New Hampshire Fish and Game department coordinated the rescue, which began when her husband called 911. Teams utilized the Mount Washington Cog Railway to quickly reach Wilson, avoiding a lengthy hike in hazardous weather. After reaching her, rescuers set up a temporary shelter before transporting her to healthcare services for treatment.
Conditions around Mount Washington were dangerous on Friday, with winds reaching 120 mph and temperatures dropping to approximately 20 degrees, prompting multiple rescues.
Rescue teams utilized the Mount Washington Cog Railway, enabling them to reach the hiker faster and avoid treacherous hiking conditions up the Jewell Trail.
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