Twenty hikers were rescued Monday near a swimming hole known as the Devil's Bathtub in Virginia after heavy rains caused flash flooding along the popular trail
The rescue began Sunday when heavy rains caused flash flooding along the popular trail and the hikers became stranded about 7 p.m., Fort Blackmore Volunteer Fire Department officials told affiliate WCYB. Devil's Bathtub is a naturally occurring swimming hole in the western part of the state.Initial reports indicated at least two children were in the group, WCYB says.
Read MoreOne hiker had mild hypothermia and another might have a twisted knee, Carter said.The US Forest Service temporarily closed the Devil's Bathtub trail for the remainder of Memorial Day. An online alert posted on the Scott County tourism website warns that the swimming hole is prone to flash flooding."For this reason, please do not attempt the trail if the water is above your knees," the alert reads.
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