NYT
Hiker Trekked 10 Miles to Safety After Impaling Himself on Pole
Monday, July 27, 2026
David Cifaldi was hiking on Granite Peak in Montana when he fell on one of his trekking poles, causing an injury to his abdomen. Cifaldi, a wound nurse, walked approximately 10 miles to reach safety and medical assistance. He was treated for the injury and has recovered.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/27/us/montana-hiker-impaled-pole.html