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Border Patrol agents rescue woman who was left in Yuma desert for two days

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Rescue operation occurred for woman was unable to walk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Wellton Border Patrol agents have rescued a Guatemalan migrant who was left in the desert southeast of Yuma.

Agents found the woman in a remote area who has been in the desert for two days and was in need of emergency medical attention.

The woman was found suffering from a leg injury and wasn't able to walk, leaving her dehydrated until rescue arrived and requested an air ambulance.

She was then flown to a Phoenix hospital for treatment.

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