Story City, Iowa – A coordinated drone-assisted rescue helped first responders locate and aid an injured man in a wooded ravine near a popular trail over the weekend.
According to the Story County Sheriff’s Office, a 911 call was received from an elderly male who reported he had fallen into a ravine near the Greenbelt Trail south of Story City. The caller told dispatchers he believed he had sustained broken ribs and was unable to stand or exit the area on his own.
Story City first responders, Mary Greeley Medical Center paramedics, and the Story City Fire Department were dispatched to search for the man and provide medical assistance. The Story City Police Department and the Story County Sheriff’s Office also responded to assist with the operation.
Deputies deployed a drone to search the wooded area and were able to quickly locate the injured individual. Using the aerial footage, deputies relayed precise coordinates to emergency medical personnel, allowing responders to reach the man more efficiently in the difficult terrain.
The individual was treated at the scene before being transported out of the wooded area and taken to a hospital for further evaluation. Authorities did not release additional details on his condition.
Officials described the response as a successful example of multiple agencies working together and highlighted the role of drone technology in improving response times during rescues in hard-to-access areas.
The Greenbelt Trail is frequently used by walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, particularly during weekends, making rapid response capabilities important for public safety in the area.
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