Injured person helped off 1000 steps trail in Franklin Mountains
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso Fire Department rescue crews are helping someone down the 1000 steps trail in the Franklin Mountains right now. That is according to a post on social media made by the department's spokespeople this morning.
The Search and Rescue operation is based at Kingery and Robinson, near the western entrance to Scenic Drive.
Crews have made contact with the patient. Officials have not provided any information about the person being rescued.
UPDATE - Search and Rescue at Kingery/Robinson: Crews have relocated to the 1000 steps trail and have made contact with a patient.
— El Paso Fire Department (@ElPasoFireTX) October 29, 2024
Crews are currently assessing injuries and preparing patient to be brought down to safety. pic.twitter.com/Dr7GDs5msX
"Crews are currently assessing injuries and preparing patient to be brought down to safety," EPFD wrote on X.