In North Elba, New York, two hikers in the Adirondack Mountains mistakenly reported a third member of their party had died after consuming hallucinogenic mushrooms. This incident occurred on Saturday when the two hikers called 911 while on Cascade Mountain, a popular hiking destination. They informed a forest ranger about the supposed death of their companion and also mentioned they were lost. The Department of Environmental Conservation released a statement indicating that a steward at the summit assessed the situation and found that the hikers were in an altered mental state.
Upon further investigation, it was revealed that the individual they believed to be deceased was actually unharmed and had made a call of their own. The ranger ultimately escorted the two hikers down to meet an ambulance, which transported them to a hospital for evaluation. Meanwhile, the third hiker was taken back to their campsite, and they later reunited without any serious issues.
This incident highlights the potential dangers of using hallucinogens while in challenging outdoor environments and the importance of clear communication among hiking parties. Despite the mix-up, no one was seriously harmed, and the situation ended without further complications.
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