Skitour ends dramatically: 45-year-old falls and is saved!

Skitour ends dramatically: 45-year-old falls and is saved!

A dramatic incident occurred on Friday at a ski tour in the Murtal region when a 45-year-old athlete from the Leoben district fell heavily. The courageous ski tourer was on the popular route to the “upholstered” when he had an accident at around 1 p.m. on the departure. Because of the injuries, he was not possible to get into the valley alone. He made the emergency call, which initiated a rescue operation, reports meinbezirk.at .

Despite adverse weather conditions, which were characterized by fog and strong wind, the rescue workers managed to evacuate the crashed ski touring with a helicopter. The salvage turned out to be challenging, but was successfully carried out, and the injured person was immediately flown to the hospital in order to be cared for by medical care. Such experiences are not unusual in the Murtal region, because it offers some of the most spectacular ski tours in Austria, such as the routes to Zirbitzkogel and Gamskögel, which are designed for both beginners and experienced ski hikers, such as Outdooractive.com determined.

challenge in the snowy mountains

The Murtal region attracts numerous tourists every year with its diverse ski opportunities, but it also carries risks. The requirements for the ski tourers are high, especially in bad weather conditions that can suddenly occur. The incident underlines the need for careful planning and the assessment of weather and snow conditions before skiing tours. Safety measures and the right equipment are crucial to avoid accidents and to return safely.