Two hikers rescued on Mount Washington

SARGENT’S PURCHASE — On the evening of Tuesday, Nov. 3, rescue personnel responded to the Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail on Mount Washington to assist two hikers caught by darkness.

Shortly after 5 p.m., New Hampshire Fish and Game Department conservation officers were notified that Yahya Algazi, 18, and Jaden Green, 18, of Rochester, N.Y. were at the Lakes of the Clouds AMC Hut and in need of assistance. Upon speaking with Algazi, it was learned that the two were insufficiently prepared for their hike, to include not having lights. The two were directed to utilize an emergency shelter at the hut (which is closed for the season) and wait for rescuers to arrive.