EAGLE, Idaho — Emergency crews responded to a four-wheeler crash in the Ada County foothills Saturday afternoon.
According to the Eagle Fire Department, the incident involved one rider who sustained lower leg injuries. The rider was conscious and alert when firefighters arrived. Emergency medical personnel treated the patient on-site before airlifting them to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center via Life Flight Network for further evaluation.
Authorities remind recreational riders to wear helmets and protective gear, adhere to skill levels, and carry necessary supplies, including water, a charged phone, and basic first aid.
No additional details on the incident, including lane closures or an ongoing investigation, were available.
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