A man in Montana reportedly impaled himself with a trekking pole while on the state's tallest mountain. The incident occurred in a remote mountainous area.
Despite the injury, the man hiked approximately 10 miles (16 kilometers) to safety. Reports indicate the pole remained in his body during the arduous trek, and he sought to avoid a potentially expensive helicopter rescue.
The man, identified by one outlet as a nurse, successfully reached help after his self-rescue. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
