Tragic mountain bike accident: boy succumbed to serious injuries in Lienz

Tragic mountain bike accident: boy succumbed to serious injuries in Lienz

Hochstein, Lienz, Österreich - A tragic accident occurred on the Hochstein near Lienz, where a biker suffered fatal injuries. Two local boys aged 11 and 12 showed great courage when they notice the accident and immediately alert the father of one of the young. The father hurried to the scene of the accident and unfortunately did not notice any signs of life in the injured. Without hesitation, he informed the emergency call and began with the resuscitation of the biker.

The rescue operation was quickly organized. The Lienz mountain rescue, the alpine police and the emergency medical helicopter "C7" took over the resuscitation measures and transported the injured to the hospital in Lienz. Despite intensive treatment, the man succumbed to his serious head injuries. The Innsbruck public prosecutor ordered an autopsy to determine the exact course. After completing the investigation, a report will be forwarded to the responsible bodies.

The meaning of first aid

This incident throws a light on the essential role of first aid in emergencies. According to the first aid report by fernarztar.com , first-aid measures are crucial for the rescue chain and the outcome of accidents. A simple first aid certificate applies to life, while training helpers have to be renewed every two years. Experts recommend refreshing first aid knowledge every five years in order to be able to react adequately in an emergency.

This is particularly important because eight people die in road traffic every day in Germany. In 2019, 3,090 deaths and 383,000 injuries were recorded in traffic accidents. The need to be well prepared for emergencies is apparently due to these statistics.

knowledge gaps among the population

A survey by the ADAC shows considerable gaps in knowledge in first aid within the German population. Only 52% of those surveyed dare to provide first aid, while 25% are unsure or believe that they are unable to be able. The majority, 86%, would choose emergency number 112 in an emergency, and 66% also know this number. However, 50% of the respondents completed their last first aid course more than ten years ago.

• 55% of the survey participants answered the test questions correctly for first aid.
• 10% know that the lateral situation should only be applied for unconscious but breathing people.
• Almost 50% could correctly state which measures must be taken when reviving.

The surprising result shows that 68% of those surveyed advise a mandatory refreshment in first aid. In addition, many are interested in a first aid app on the smartphone. The legal obligation to perform first aid remains, and first aiders are not liable for mistakes as long as they help with good intentions.