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Man rescued in Md. after spending night in the woods

WASHINGTON – A 63-year-old man has been rescued from the woods near Bowie Baysox Stadium.

Prince George’s County Fire says the man was lost in the woods for more than a day when they found him Tuesday afternoon.

The man was conscious and breathing but seems to be suffering from exposure and dehydration.

He’s being flown out of the area.

The fire department says it doesn’t appear to be storm-related.

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