Rescue operation in Altach: 86-year-old in apartment cared for!

Rescue operation in Altach: 86-year-old in apartment cared for!

On Saturday, December 14th, a dramatic incident occurred in Altach, Feldkirch district, when the 86-year-old Mr. Schmidt was passed out in his apartment. His son was worried because he hadn't heard of his father for a long time and finally decided to look after him. When he did not open the apartment door, the volunteer fire brigade moved in with 12 emergency services and two vehicles to provide help, such as 5min.at reported.

fast rescue operation

The fire brigade was able to get into the apartment over the balcony door because the front door was closed. The senior was in a critical state of health, and after the initial care by the rescue workers, it was immediately transported to the Hohenems State Hospital. The police were also on site to support the situation. In addition to the fire brigade, the rescue with two vehicles and six men as well as the federal police with another vehicle and two civil servants were deployed to save the man, as Vol.at reported.

This incident underlines the importance of the rapid reaction of the emergency services and the valuable contribution that neighbors and relatives can make in the security of older people. The saving hands came at a crucial moment and ensured that the person concerned received the necessary medical help.