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Woman Dies After Falling from Cliff During Hike in Sedona, Arizona

Zaynab Joseph, 40, tragically fell 140 feet while hiking with her family on Bear Mountain, leading to her death despite rapid emergency responses.

  • Zaynab Joseph was hiking with her husband and 1-year-old child when she fell from a cliff on Bear Mountain in Sedona.
  • Emergency services, including Sedona Fire and a DPS Ranger helicopter, responded promptly but Joseph succumbed to her injuries shortly after being found.
  • The family, visiting from California, was staying at an Airbnb in Sedona during their trip.
  • Authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the fall, and have interviewed several hikers and witnesses.
  • Bear Mountain trail is known for its strenuous and steep terrain, attracting many hikers to its scenic but challenging paths.
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