Rescue in the Gorge

A hiker was rescued from the bottom of Tallulah Gorge using a DNR Aviation long lined basket after suffering a broken leg around 3pm last Tuesday afternoon. DNR was assisted by Rabun County Search and Rescue, Stations 7, and 4, and Habersham EMS. After being carried about 300 yards by rescue personnel, the hiker was then transported by helicopter to a landing zone where he was then taken to a metro Atlanta hospital by Habersham EMS. The hiker is said to be recovering from his injuries.