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The Boston Globe
NH hikers face costly rescues
Four teenage hikers in New Hampshire were rescued from Franconia Ridge after embarking on a strenuous overnight hike unprepared, leading the state to consider billing them for rescue costs under a law allowing recovery from those deemed negligent. The rescue, involving about eight hours of effort, highlights concerns over hikers' lack of proper gear and preparation, with officials reviewing whether the youths acted negligently based on their equipment and decision-making. Such bills are issued when hikers are found to have acted carelessly, with the department often charging between $1,000 and $20,000 for rescue services. The policy aims to encourage safer hiking practices and offset rescue costs funded largely through sales of hiking safety cards and volunteer efforts.
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