Richland man safe after becoming lost overnight while hunting

A Richland man is safe after being lost overnight while hunting in the White Bluffs area.

Franklin County Sheriff’s deputies found the man Saturday morning after responding to a report of someone in the area yelling for help and shooting.

The man, whose name wasn’t released, had been hunting since 10 a.m. Friday, the sheriff’s department said. He became lost and spent the night without food, water or shelter, the department said.

The man was treated for hypothermia and dehydration at an area hospital, the department said.

Deputies urged people to be cautious when spending time outdoors. “If possible, don’t hunt or hike alone. Let someone know where you are going to be and an expected return time,” the department said.

This story was originally published November 19, 2017 at 10:36 AM with the headline "Richland man safe after becoming lost overnight while hunting."