Hiker impaled by his trekking pole in the United States
David Cifaldi slipped on rocks near Granite Peak (3,902 m).
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The fact
His trekking pole impaled him during the fall on Monday.
He walked 16 km to alert rescuers and survive.
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Why it matters
Cet accident illustre les dangers de la randonnée en montagne et la résilience nécessaire face à des situations extrêmes.