The Chattanooga Hamilton County Rescue Cave/Cliff team assisted with a cave rescue at Sausage Cave in Savage Gulf State Natural Area Thursday evening.
A 59-year-old man from Viola, Tn., was traversing a canyon inside the cave when he fell approximately 10 feet and sustained rib and pelvic injuries. More than 30 rescuers participated in the extrication, which lasted over 10 hours. The patient was transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
Other agencies involved in the rescue operation included Coalmont and Altamont Fire Departments, Beersheba Springs Rescue Squad, Walker County Cave/Cliff Rescue, Grundy County Rescue, and the Tennessee State Park Service.