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Ventana wilderness

Coverage of Ventana wilderness in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 24 · 19:42 UTCMost recent: Jul 30 · 22:38 UTC
Co-mentioned in this coverage
Joanna Ruth Shieldsperson2Sykes Hot Springsplace1Monterey County Sheriff's Officeorganization1National Institutes of Healthorganization1chronic alcohol use disordertopic1alcohol withdrawal seizurestopic1Monterey County Sheriff’s Officeorganization1Big Surplace1Sykes hot springsplace1alcohol withdrawaltopic1
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  • HEALTHJul 30 · 22:38 UTCFOX NEWS
    Hiker's unexplained death exposes deadly alcohol withdrawal risk many don't recognize

    Hiker Joanna Ruth Shields died from probable alcohol withdrawal seizures linked to chronic alcohol use disorder after being found unresponsive in water near Sykes Hot Springs in California’s Ventana Wilderness. Authorities confirmed no criminal activity, highlighting the risks of sudden alcohol cessation in isolated settings.

  • CRIMEJul 24 · 19:42 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Police say alcohol withdrawal caused woman’s death in California backcountry

    A woman found in California's Big Sur backcountry with suspicious marks on her face and neck died of alcohol withdrawal, according to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office. Her body was discovered by hikers in Sykes hot springs area of Ventana wilderness, where she was found naked in a pool of water.