Even when it’s not super hot, rescue calls still come in from popular area trails Evan Jones July 28, 2017 1 minute read Fire and rescue companies along the Appalachian Trail are less likely to handle heat-related calls this weekend, but they still find themselves handling rescues for hikers who are unprepared in any number of ways. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Coming soon for many Apco customers: meters that can remotely turn your power off and onNext: Virginia Board of Education elects new president Related Stories Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026 ECPI’s Roanoke Campus to Host Summer Resource Festival on June 20th Emma Thomas June 17, 2026 Romeo & Juliet at Bear Theatre, FloydFest lineup is set, one last classical concert this weekend Gene Marrano June 17, 2026