An injured hiker was rescued from the trails at the Dingle.
According to a social media post from Halifax Professional Fire Fighters, crews responded to Sir Sandford Fleming Park around 3 P.M. Sunday.
Their technical rescue team was activated due to the challenging terrain.
Using a specialized rescue device called a mule litter wheel, 16 fire fighters worked to bring the person to safety and the care of EHS paramedics.
No details were provided on the nature of the hiker’s injuries.
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