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Heart Transplant Survivor Rescued After Ankle Fracture Hike

8/22/2025

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Caroline Meyer, a two-time heart transplant survivor, fractured her ankle while hiking near Mount Lindsey, Colorado, on August 18, 2025.
She activated her Garmin satellite device, leading to her rescue by Huerfano County SAR and Flight for Life after nine hours.
Meyer stresses the significance of preparedness for outdoor activities and plans to resume hiking in 2026.

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Story summary

Caroline Meyer, a two-time heart transplant survivor, fractured her ankle while hiking near Mount Lindsey, Colorado, on August 18, 2025.
She activated her Garmin satellite device, leading to her rescue by Huerfano County SAR and Flight for Life after nine hours.
Meyer stresses the significance of preparedness for outdoor activities and plans to resume hiking in 2026.