Hikers Rescued from California Desert After Running Out of Water

A couple stranded near Joshua Tree National Park was airlifted to safety amid triple-digit temperatures.

The hikers called 911 after the woman became dehydrated and weak due to extreme heat.
Rescue teams found the couple huddled in a dry creek bed, shielding themselves from the sun.
Temperatures in the Painted Canyon area reached up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit on the day of the rescue.
Both individuals were taken to hospitals, with the woman requiring immediate medical evacuation.
Officials warn inexperienced hikers to take extra precautions during heat waves.