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Teen Falls 120 Feet on Mount Whitney, Community Unites

7/2/2025

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On June 10, 14-year-old Zane Wach plunged 120 feet while hiking Mount Whitney with his father, Ryan. Battling altitude sickness and hallucinations, Zane tragically walked off a cliff. Currently in a medically induced coma but off the ventilator, he has garnered community support through a heartfelt GoFundMe campaign for his recovery.

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Story summary

On June 10, 14-year-old Zane Wach plunged 120 feet while hiking Mount Whitney with his father, Ryan. Battling altitude sickness and hallucinations, Zane tragically walked off a cliff. Currently in a medically induced coma but off the ventilator, he has garnered community support through a heartfelt GoFundMe campaign for his recovery.