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 Stephanie Moon Reynolds officially launches campaign for Roanoke City Council Web Staff May 25, 2026 Virginia and Virginia Tech selected for NCAA baseball tournament Clark Palmer May 25, 2026 Roanoke City Police investigating multi-vehicle crash that injured two people Clark Palmer May 25, 2026