LOS GATOS — A mountain biker suffered serious injuries at a Los Gatos preserve on Tuesday, authorities said.
Firefighters were dispatched to Saint Joseph’s Hill Open Space Preserve at 1 p.m. for a report of a mountain biker down on a trail, according to the Santa Clara County Fire Department.
When they arrived, firefighters received a report that the mountain biker had serious injuries. A medical helicopter was requested.
The mountain biker, identified as an adult man, was airlifted to a trauma center just after 2 p.m., authorities said.
Additional details about the incident, including the exact cause of the man’s injuries, were immediately available.
Open to mountain bikers and equestrians, the preserve is known for its challenging trails.
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