In North Ossetia, rescuers are actively searching for three tourists who disappeared after sliding down a slope in the Alagirsky district. The update comes from authorities coordinating rescue efforts under the regional emergency services.
At 17:45 Moscow time on Monday, a report was received concerning three hikers who had fallen from a slope near the Bad village area. The incident was documented by the leader of the tourist group, which included six people in total.
A rapid response was launched as thirteen rescuers from the North Ossetian search and rescue team, part of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, rushed to the scene. Two rescue teams have been deployed to broaden the search area, ensuring a thorough sweep of the terrain and nearby routes commonly used by visitors.
Meanwhile, in the Khabarovsk Territory, two climbers fell from the Dusse-Alin mountain range in the Verkhnebureinsky district. Both sustained injuries that required helicopter evacuation. Initial medical care was provided by fellow tourists, with one climber suffering a broken arm and the other sustaining a spinal injury. They were transported to a medical facility by air ambulance under the supervision of emergency services.
Earlier this week in the Elbrus region, four tourists found themselves stranded due to worsening weather conditions, prompting coordinated rescue actions and ongoing monitoring of weather patterns to safeguard responders and travelers alike.
Emergency crews continue to stress the importance of prudent planning, proper equipment, and clear communication when traveling in remote or rugged areas. Local authorities advise hikers to register their routes, carry emergency contacts, and heed weather advisories to reduce the risk of incidents and improve response times should help be needed.
Officials remind travelers that the pace of operations can shift with changing conditions on the ground. Rescuers remain vigilant, ready to adjust teams and resources as new information becomes available, and to provide support to anyone in distress during outdoor activities in these mountainous regions.