River Heights Student Recognized by American Red Cross

River Heights Student, Allisen Stephens, was honored by the American Red Cross for her efforts in helping save the life of a runner during a trail running race in Orange County.  

River Heights Student, Allisen Stephens, was honored by the American Red Cross for her efforts in helping save the life of a runner during a trail running race in Orange County.  

Allisen and her mom, Maria Garcia, were volunteering at a first aid station during one of Orange County’s toughest trail running races. During their off-road patrol of the trail, they came upon a trail runner who was unconscious, who had symptoms of heat stroke and rhabdomyolysis. Allisen and her mom jumped into action to provide aid until first responders arrived. 

Thankfully, thanks to their efforts, it was later learned that the individual survived the life-threatening event. The American Red Cross honored Allisen and Maria with the Good Samaritan Hero Award. 

Congratulations