Big search operation in Gallzein: boy disappeared after ball!

Big search operation in Gallzein: boy disappeared after ball!

In the Tyrolean municipality of Gallzein, Schwaz district, a large-scale search operation was launched early on Saturday morning for a 17-year-old local man. The boy, who went to a local club ball with friends on Friday evening, did not return home after the event. According to initial information, his trail was lost around 3 a.m., whereupon fire brigades, police forces and mountain rescuers were mobilized. Drones with thermal imaging cameras and search dogs are also used. However, the search has so far been unsuccessful, which is causing great concern for the police and the family. The relatives are looked after by a crisis intervention team, while the hope of seeing them again dwindles krone.at reported.

Historical memories of misfortune

In addition, one of the worst accidents on the Hochschwab, which occurred in 1988, is remembered in the region. A group of seven hikers found themselves in distress due to a sudden change in the weather, which resulted in the largest search operation by the Styrian Mountain Rescue Service. At that time the accident claimed five lives; only two of the participants were rescued alive. This tragedy occurred on November 2nd, All Souls' Day, when the group, starting from southern Styria, went on a planned Thanksgiving hike under the best weather conditions. The sudden change in weather came in the afternoon and within a few minutes they were surrounded by storm and fog. Their ignorance and inadequate equipment ultimately led to this horrific incident, as documented in a documentary by meinkreis.at was detained.

The memories of such tragic events underline the importance of careful planning and a correct assessment of one's own abilities when hiking in alpine regions. Modern equipment and accurate weather forecasts could help prevent similar tragedies and significantly reduce the risk to hikers.