Sheriff wants to charge for rescues of 'negligent, reckless' hikers in Skamania County

Sheriff wants to charge for rescues of 'negligent, reckless' hikers in Skamania County

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Following a dramatic increase in search and rescue missions on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge, a local sheriff has proposed charging a fee to those in need of saving. Skamania County Sheriff Summer Scheyer said their search and rescue missions have spiked 400% compared to this time last year, putting a drain on their limited resources. Teen charged in mass shooting attempt: CCSO "Ninety-nine point n…