2 Climbers, 1 Skier Rescued From Mount Baker Within 2 Days

2 climbers, 1 skier rescued from Mount Baker within 2 days

Two climbers and a skier were rescued from Mount Baker in separate incidents over 48 hours.

Multiple Rescues On Mt. Baker In 48-Hour Span

As the weather warms in Washington State, outdoor enthusiasts are flocking the mountains and search and rescue teams are seeing in uptick in emergency rescue situations. In the span of 48-hours, three separate rescues were required on Mt. Baker including two involving climbers and one involving a skier who was helicoptered out from Coleman Glacier after injuring their knee. “These incidents highlight the importance of preparedness, proper gear, …