Poudre Fire Authority reminds hikers to stay alert and take precautions during fall outings
LORY STATE PARK, Colo. – Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) crews, along with Lory State Park Rangers, Larimer County Rangers, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, and UCHealth, responded to a rattlesnake bite incident at Lory State Park this week. The patient was airlifted by a LifeLine helicopter for emergency antivenom treatment.
Rattlesnake encounters remain uncommon in Northern Colorado, but as outdoor recreation continues into the fall, officials are reminding hikers and pet owners to stay vigilant. Hikers are advised to remain on designated trails, watch their step—particularly near rocks and tall grasses—and wear sturdy footwear and long pants. Dogs should always be kept on a leash to prevent accidental encounters…