Dramatic hiker rescue at Marbella viewpoint

A dramatic rescue unfolded in the rugged hills above Marbella this week after a woman suffered an ankle injury while out hiking – leaving her stranded and unable to walk back down.

The incident The following took place The hiker was unable to descend the steep hill near Los Monjes after she twisted her ankle on Wednesday afternoon, April 2.

Alarm raised at 2.46 PM, A call to emergency services 112 alerted the authorities Situation. Marbella Fire Brigade responded quickly, dispatching four firefighters in a pick-up truck equipped with rugged equipment for this type of operation.

The emergency services can contact the woman using her mobile signal The ability to Find the exact location of the injured woman. She wasn’t alone – she had been accompanied on the hike by another person, who stayed by her side throughout the ordeal.

On arrival at the scene, firefighters assesses the injury. set about immobilising The damaged ankle. She was then placed carefully on a sling and transported to safety. The team traversed the rough terrain to reach La Montua where the woman was handed over. Overlooking the other side of the world To medical personnel for further treatment.

You can also find out more about the following: Then, you can see the whole picture. rescue operation was wrapped up by 4.43 PM, less than two hours after the initial call – a textbook example of speed and coordination in an emergency response.

There are no further details on the identity or condition of the woman.

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