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Two hikers rescued from Canyon Falls Park in Kelowna

The Kelowna Fire Department said a technical rescue was needed to extricate the male and female. Global News

Two hikers were rescued from Canyon Falls Park in Kelowna on Wednesday.

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The Kelowna Fire Department said two people needed assistance after falling in the park.

After the first rescue member arrived on scene, it was quickly determined that a technical rescue would be needed to extricate them from the canyon.

The male and female were lowered from the top of the falls to a trail below.

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The man walked to the top of the canyon with assistance, while the woman was transported using a basket stretcher. The two were transported to hospital for treatment.

The fire department is asking hikers to stay on marked trails.

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