A mom has died after falling into a river in a national forest. She had been hiking in California's Angeles National Forest over the weekend when the accident happened.
On March 1, the San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team kicked off a search and rescue to search for the missing mom. This comes after a fellow hiker saw her fall into the river.
"Then, in an instant, everything changed," the rescue team wrote. "A frantic runner came charging up the trail, yelling for help. A young mother had fallen in at the second river crossing and was swept away by the raging current."
Mom Fell Into River
After the incident, a search and rescue effort was launched to find the missing mom. The Los Angeles County Fire Department, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Aero Bureau Air 5, and the San Dimas Sheriff's Station all pitched in to look for her. Sadly, they later discovered her body after searching the area.
"Back at our command post, we stood surrounded by the grieving family—their pain was heartbreaking and overwhelming," the rescue team wrote. "All we could offer were hugs, water, shade, and our presence in their darkest moment. No words can fix this kind of loss. Multiple crossings are required, and even experienced hikers can be caught off guard."
After the incident with the river, the San Dimas Sheriff's office warned others about hiking in the area. "During and after rainstorms, water levels in streams, rivers, and flood control channels can rise rapidly at times without warning," the department wrote on Sunday. "The public must be highly cautious of these areas due to swift-moving water, which can sweep away people and objects."
The San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team also shared a tribute to her family. They said, "May they find some comfort in the days ahead."
