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New Year's walk ends dangerously: 65-year-old falls on ice!
A 65-year-old man falls on Lake Reintal on New Year's Day. First aid and rescue workers were quickly on site.
New Year's walk ends dangerously: 65-year-old falls on ice!
On New Year's Day there was a serious incident at Reintaler See in Kramsach. A 65-year-old German man was taking a New Year's walk with an acquaintance when he slipped and fell on the frozen surface of the lake. He hit his head on the ice and remained unconscious, the police reported. Witnesses present provided immediate assistance and made an emergency call.
The rescue services, including the Kramsach fire department, water rescue and police, quickly arrived at the scene of the accident. Fortunately, the man was already responsive when they arrived. He was then rescued from the ice and transported to Kufstein Hospital to be treated for his injuries. It is important to emphasize that entering frozen waters is always at your own risk, which was particularly clear in this incident MyDistrict.at reported.
This fall highlights the dangers associated with winter activities on icy surfaces. The witnesses present reacted in an exemplary manner and made a decisive contribution to the rapid assistance. Such incidents emphasize the need for caution and a responsible approach to winter nature TT.com concluded.