Multiple specialized search and rescue teams were needed for nighttime rescue on Yak Peak north of Hope early Wednesday morning (Aug. 6).

Hope Search and Rescue (SARS) were called to the scene at 10:40 p.m. the day before, when one of two climbers fell and sustained a head injury. Due to rapidly deteriorating weather, the rescue became a complex task involving search and rescue teams working together for night flying, technical pick offs, mountain rescue, and complex hoists.

Hope SARS coordinated their efforts with Northern Search Rescue (NSR), Chilliwack Search and Rescue (CSAR), Talon Helicopters, Lions Bay Search and Rescue, BC Emergency Health Services, and the Emergency Coordination Centre.

Hope SARS called on the Chilliwack team and NSR because they are not certified for mountain

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