Two teenagers who got lost in the mountains of Almaty were found by rescuers. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan reported that in the area of Butakovsky waterfall, rescuers found lost teenagers and safely escorted them to the eco-post, after which they were handed over to their parents.
Help was needed for two teenagers born in 2008 who went to the mountains. With the onset of darkness, they strayed from the tourist trail and could not find their way back on their own.
Rescuers' reminder
Rescuers reminded that before going to the mountains, plan your route in advance, calculate the return time before dark, monitor the weather forecast, and be sure to inform loved ones about your plans.
Earlier, Kursiv reported that an emergency helicopter picked up a tourist from Germany from the highlands in the Almaty region.
Mountain safety rules
When going to the mountains, it is important to follow safety precautions. This is especially true for teenagers and inexperienced tourists. Here are some tips:
- 01Study the route carefully and prepare a map in advance.
- 02Walk in a group, do not go alone.
- 03Plan to return before dark.
- 04Check the weather forecast and do not go out on unfavorable days.
- 05Inform relatives about your route and return time.
- 06Take necessary items: water, food, spare clothes, flashlight, communication devices.
Conclusion
This incident once again reminds us of the importance of following safety rules before going to the mountains. Thanks to the prompt actions of rescuers, the teenagers survived. Parents should monitor their children's hiking trips and ensure their safety.
If you get lost in the mountains, do not panic, stay in place and try to call for help. Use GPS coordinates to accurately indicate your location to rescuers. The main thing is to remain calm and wait for help.