Feb 20 • 07:58 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece To Vima

Parnassus: Successful rescue operation of two mountaineers

A rescue operation on Mount Parnassus successfully located and recovered two lost mountaineers who had been missing since Thursday evening.

Two mountaineers, aged 44 and 46, were successfully rescued on Mount Parnassus after being reported missing in dense fog since Thursday evening. The rescue operation was initiated when they contacted local authorities for help, indicating they were lost and required assistance. A team consisting of 13 firefighters from two local emergency response units and volunteers was quickly assembled to locate them.

The two men had lost their orientation while hiking, which was exacerbated by the poor visibility due to thick fog in the area. Upon being found, both individuals were reported to be in good condition, a fortunate outcome given the treacherous hiking conditions of Parnassus. The quick response from emergency services and volunteer rescuers was crucial in ensuring their safe recovery.

The rescue operation not only highlights the risks involved in mountain hiking, especially in challenging weather conditions, but also underscores the importance of community safety measures and the readiness of local authorities to respond to such emergencies. The collaboration between professional firefighters and volunteer rescue teams exemplifies the community spirit in Greece, especially in crisis situations.

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