Man Rescued After Being Trapped Behind Waterfalls for 2 Days
Ryan Wardwell was located using drones and infrared technology before being rescued from dangerous Class 3C rapids on the Seven Teacups Trail, officials said.
- A Long Beach man, Ryan Wardell, 46, got trapped behind the Seven Teacups waterfalls for two days after suffering an equipment malfunction while attempting to rappel down the waterfalls.
- Wardell's family reported him missing when he did not return to his car, prompting a search and rescue operation by the Tulare County Sheriff's Department using drones and aircraft.
- After being located behind the waterfall, Wardell was hoisted to safety by a California Highway Patrol helicopter and was found to have sustained only minor injuries and dehydration despite his two-day ordeal.
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