Hikers Rescued in Columbia River Gorge
(Portland, OR) -- Two hikers were rescued from the Columbia River Gorge Friday night after heavy rain caused trail damage. The hikers were on the Larch Mountain Trail and used "text to 911" to call for help, because cell service was too weak for a call. They weren't hurt, but darkness and damage to the trail made it risky to continue. Multnomah County Search and Rescue found them and guided them out. The Sheriff's Office reminds hikers that with the sun setting earlier, it's important to finish hikes before it gets dark.



