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Oakland climber rescued from 6-inch ledge at 11,000 feet in Sierra Nevada
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points This incident occurred near Mammoth Lakes on August 22. The ledge was only 6 inches wide and located at 11,000 feet.
A climber from Oakland became stuck on a narrow ledge at a high elevation. The ledge was only 6 inches wide and located at 11,000 feet. This incident occurred near Mammoth Lakes on August 22.
The climber, Rob Martin, was rescued from this precarious position. Details of the rescue are available, including footage of the operation.
Further information on the rescue of Rob Martin can be found through the source, which provides a closer look at how the rescue was carried out.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
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