- Firefighters in Sandy emphasize hydration after rescuing hikers with heat injuries.
- High temperatures in Utah led to dehydration-related incidents on Friday at Bell Canyon.
- Hikers are advised to prepare with water, electrolytes and build endurance gradually.
SANDY — As temperatures soared into the 90s Friday, firefighters warned hikers to be prepared for summer weather, including proper hydration.
Emergency crews on Friday afternoon assisted a mother and child who became overwhelmed by conditions while on the Bell Canyon trail, according to Sandy Fire Department Battalion Chief Eric Larson.
“I think they weren’t quite prepared for how strenuous the hike is, maybe became dehydrated and ran out of water and had difficulties returning back to the car,” Larson told KSL…