Feb 12 • 14:24 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway VG

Rescue helicopter dispatched to ski accident in Flåmsdalen

A rescue helicopter and police were dispatched to Flåmsdalen following a serious ski accident, with plans for a hospital transfer if necessary.

A serious ski accident in Flåmsdalen prompted a swift response from rescue services, including a helicopter and police units. The individual injured in the accident is set to be transferred to a hospital following an assessment and extraction operation. Due to the mountainous and steep terrain, there were concerns about the feasibility of using the helicopter for the rescue, to address this challenge, assistance was coordinated from the Red Cross, with plans to also possibly utilize snowmobiles to reach the accident site. The operations leader, Tatjana Knappen, highlighted the difficulties posed by the steep terrain, which added complexity to the extraction efforts. As reports of the incident were communicated to VG around 15:15, it was confirmed that a satellite-based emergency transmitter had been activated in the area, signaling the need for immediate response. With the mobilization of the Red Cross and Norwegian Rescue Dogs alongside the main rescue efforts, this incident underlines the importance of rapid response in remote and rugged areas popular with outdoor enthusiasts. Such scenarios emphasize the need for coordination among various rescue units to ensure the safety and swift treatment of injured individuals.

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