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Photo from Chelan County Sheriff's Office shows fast-moving creek where two hikers were rescued

Spring runoff warnings as 2 hikers "swept away" by fast-moving creek

By Julia Clarke published

Both men suffered minor injuries in the incident

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Hiker rescued after getting stranded overnight between 2 fast-moving brooks during spring runoff

By Julia Clarke published

The hiker's plans were blighted by heavy rains in addition to seasonal snow melt

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Big Thompson River Flowing in Rocky Mountain National Park

Hiker found drowned after video on her cellphone captures her being swept away

By Julia Clarke published

Two hikers alerted the authorities after discovering the cell phone and viewing the video

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Big Thompson River Flowing in Rocky Mountain National Park

"Water is powerful" – hiker missing after being swept downstream during river crossing

By Julia Clarke published

The woman was hiking with friends in Angeles National Forest when she lost her footing and disappeared

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Hiker crossing river in Mountain Valley, Glencoe, Scotland

How to cross a river safely – and when not to

By Emily Woodhouse, Pat Kinsella last updated

Knowing how to cross a river safely and when not to even try is a crucial skill for all wilderness walkers

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