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flag A paraglider crashed on Vancouver Island, and a hiker’s quick actions and a complex rescue saved his life.

flag A paraglider crashed into a cliff near Mount Prevost on Vancouver Island on February 7, 2026, becoming unconscious and hanging in his harness. flag A hiker bystander climbed to the scene, cut the man free, and provided first aid, actions credited as lifesaving. flag North Shore Rescue, Cowichan Search and Rescue, and Talon Helicopters responded, using two helicopters and two physician hoist technicians who worked in challenging terrain, including a sloping ledge, with night-vision technology. flag The injured man was stabilized and hoisted to safety, along with the hiker, both transported to a hospital. flag Officials praised the hiker’s bravery and the coordinated rescue effort.

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