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Joint mountain rescue exercise in the Murtal: Safety comes first
In the Murtal, 37 mountain rescuers from Pöls, Zeltweg, Judenburg and Knittelfeld practiced emergency situations. Topics such as first aid and forest fire management were the focus of the practical exercise.
Joint mountain rescue exercise in the Murtal: Safety comes first
In October, an extensive exercise by the Murtal mountain rescuers took place, which focused on various emergency scenarios. In the picturesque surroundings of the Gaaler lifts, 37 emergency services from the local areas of Pöls, Zeltweg, Judenburg and Knittelfeld simulated various rescue scenarios that are crucial for the mountain climate and the challenges of the region.
A central theme of the exercise was “first aid”, an important aspect of providing life-saving measures quickly and effectively to injured people. In the exercise scenario, among other things, the rescue of a hypothetical forestry worker was practiced, which illustrated the challenges of rescue operations in difficult-to-access terrain. During such exercises, the cooperation between the emergency services from different local locations is strengthened.
Forest fire scenario
The simulation of a “forest fire” was particularly challenging. The disaster relief service (KHD) from the Knittelfeld area was also deployed to further sharpen specialist knowledge and effectiveness in such critical situations. Forest fires not only pose a threat to the environment, but can also endanger human lives, which is why training sessions to prepare for such extreme events are essential.
These exercises are not only important for refreshing the practical skills of mountain rescuers, but they also promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences between the various local departments. The ability to simulate unforeseen situations in a controlled environment is critical to ensuring readiness and support between teams.
The mountain rescue exercises in the Murtal region are a prime example of the valuable work that these volunteers do every day. Their dedicated preparation not only helps minimize risk during real operations, but also ensures teams can respond effectively and quickly in an emergency. More information about mountain rescue activities can be found here can be read here.