Wilderness Search And Rescue (WSAR) Report – January 22, 2023
• Rescue 1: High-tech drone used to locate stuck hikers – rescuers climb to the aid of stranded hikers
• Rescue 2: A hiker carried from above Cecilia Forest
• Rescue 3: Hiker hoisted into helicopter from Krom River hiking trial
• Teams have responded to 33 call-outs in January 2023
• Outdoor-lovers are urged to memorise this crucial Emergency Number: 021 937 0300
• Please share the #IAmWildernessSafe campaign – to increase safety awareness
Dedicated teams of professionals and volunteers from Wilderness Search And Rescue (WSAR) successfully mounted three separate mountain rescues on Sunday 22 January, 2023.
RESCUE 1:
Wilderness Search And Rescue (WSAR) teams were activated after a group of hikers called for help while attempting to ascend Els Ravine above Newlands Forest on Sunday morning. The group of seven hikers decided to call for help when it became clear that they…
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