Active rescue operation underway at Big Bradley Falls - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

29-Year-Old Hiker Dies at a North Carolina Waterfall After Falling 75-100 Feet, Second Fall-Related Death in a Week

Hiker Astrid Angelina Madrid Ticas is estimated to have fallen about 75-100 feet, authorities saidGetty Big Bradley Falls in Saluda, N.C.NEED TO KNOWNorth Carolina authorities responded to an accident involving a fall from Big Bradley Falls on Sunday, July 13The victim was identified as Astrid Angelina Madrid Ticas, 29In another accident on July 6, a climber died in a rappelling incident at Steele Creek Falls in Pisgah National ForestAuthorities…

Active rescue operation underway at Big Bradley Falls - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

SALUDA—A popular hiking destination in Polk County is currently closed due to an active rescue operation. On Sunday, July 13, at around 3:45 p.m., Saluda Fire and Rescue said in a social media post that Big Bradley and Little Bradley trails are closed as emergency personnel conduct a rescue operation. Holbert Cove Rd. is also closed around the 4000 block. Authorities are asking residents and visitors to avoid the area until further notice. More …

Tragic fall claims life of young woman at Big Bradley Falls

A 20-year-old woman tragically died after falling an estimated 75 to 100 feet in Saluda, North Carolina.