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Miracle Rescue: Tourist Plunges Over Waterfall, Survives
20 Aug
Summary
- A tourist survived a 120-foot fall over waterfalls into McDonald Creek.
- A quick-thinking bystander performed CPR and saved the man's life.
- The injured tourist recovered after two days on a ventilator.
A tourist's visit to Glacier National Park turned terrifying on August 13 when Ken Nurse fell approximately 120 feet over waterfalls into McDonald Creek. Nurse was taking photos when the ground beneath him gave way, sending him into the water below.
A courageous bystander immediately entered the creek upon seeing Nurse face down and not breathing. The witness administered chest compressions, saving his life before rescue crews arrived. Two Bear Air Rescue airlifted Nurse to a medical facility for treatment.
Nurse spent two days on a ventilator and sustained a compound fracture to his elbow requiring surgery, along with fluid in his lungs. Despite his critical condition, he expressed immense gratitude, stating he owes his life to those who assisted him.
