Dr. Evan Dishion.Photo: Barrow Neurological Institute
A doctor died in Arizona this week after getting lost and running out of water while hiking in Cave Creek.
Six people suffered “heat emergencies” on Monday while hiking in “extreme heat” near the Spur Cross Trailhead, according to a series of social media posts from the Scottsdale Fire Department.
Prior to authorities arriving on the scene, “the hikers had run out of water” and “gotten lost on the trails,” the fire department said onFacebook.
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.
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Dishion was a first-year adult neurology resident at the Barrow Neurological Institute, according to the institute’swebsite. He previously attended medical school at Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his undergraduate degree at Oregon State University.
“Since Chloe came, he hasn’t had as much time with his friends between residency,” Amy told the outlet. “I feel like normally I would have pushed back a little harder about the heat.”
AGoFundMecampaign has been started to help support the family in wake of the sudden tragedy. As of publication, more than $14,000 has been raised through the fundraiser.
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An Excessive Heat Warning remains in place for Avondale-Cave Creek and the surrounding areas through Wednesday evening at 8 p.m., according to theNational Weather Service.
Meteorologists predict afternoon temperatures can reach 105 to 108 degrees Fahrenheit across portions of south central Arizona, per the bulletin. Overexposure to the “dangerously hot conditions” can lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion and, ultimately, heat stroke.
The SFD also warned of the possible negative impacts heat can have on the human body in aFacebook post.
“Being in the heat can quickly lead to deadly consequences,” the department wrote on Tuesday. “If you begin to experience or observe signs of heat exhaustion, take action immediately.”
The department alsoadvisedthat it is important to “plan your hike, hike the plan [and] bring plenty of water.”
source: people.com
