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7 Stranded Hikers Rescued From ‘Bamboo Forest’

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Emergency officials rescued seven hikers on Friday afternoon from Kailua after being stranded on a trail due to flash flooding.

Crews located the group of three children and four adults in the area of “Bamboo Forest” just before 2 p.m.

Once on scene, responders confirmed that the nearby stream was not crossable.

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The hikers, who are reportedly visitors from Utah, were airlifted to safety one by one.

No injuries were reported.

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