BLOWING ROCK — A hiker died Wednesday morning after falling off the side of Glen Burney Trail in Blowing Rock.
According to Blowing Rock Town Manager Shane Fox, emergency crews received a call at approximately 9 am reporting someone had fallen on the popular hiking trail. Responders located the individual, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The incident is under investigation by local authorities.
The trail is temporarily closed.
Authorities are reminding all hikers to exercise extreme caution, remain on marked paths, and be aware of their surroundings, especially in areas with steep drop-offs.