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Hiker Rescued After Serious Injuries at Bridal Veil Falls

2/9/2026

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Jacque Tietijen, an experienced hiker from Saratoga Springs, was seriously injured at Bridal Veil Falls, Washington, on February 3.
Two hikers found Jacque Tietijen unconscious along a blood trail and provided aid until she was airlifted to Utah Valley Hospital.
Tietijen is intubated and being treated for multiple brain bleeds and skull fractures.
Her family expressed gratitude to the rescuers and is raising funds for medical expenses.

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Story summary

Jacque Tietijen, an experienced hiker from Saratoga Springs, was seriously injured at Bridal Veil Falls, Washington, on February 3.
Two hikers found Jacque Tietijen unconscious along a blood trail and provided aid until she was airlifted to Utah Valley Hospital.
Tietijen is intubated and being treated for multiple brain bleeds and skull fractures.
Her family expressed gratitude to the rescuers and is raising funds for medical expenses.