Two Bear Air plucks man from McDonald Creek

A 60-year-old man was airlifted from upper McDonald Creek in Glacier National Park Aug. 13 after he fell into the stream.

The accident happened about 11:20 a.m. near the McDonald Creek Bridge. Park Rangers located the patient, and CPR was performed. He was conscious and breathing but sustained head and arm injuries. Three Rivers Ambulance, ALERT, and Two Bear Air responded. The patient was hoisted by Two Bear Air and transported by ALERT to Logan Health in Kalispell for treatment.  

His name was not released. 

Drowning and falling are the No.1 causes of death in Glacier.