Firefighters rescued a woman with an ankle injury during a hiking accident in Gard, using a helicopter and specialized mountain rescue team.
Firefighters respond to hiking accident
This Sunday afternoon, firefighters from the Gard department responded to a hiking accident near the Petites Aiguières, a rocky area in southern France known for its challenging terrain.Woman injures ankle during hike
A 54-year-old woman injured her ankle during the incident and was unable to move, requiring immediate assistance due to the difficult and uneven ground.Civil Security and GRIMP team assist
The Civil Security helicopter and the GRIMP team, a specialized group trained for dangerous environments, arrived at the scene to support the ambulance and ensure a safe rescue operation.Victim airlifted to safety
The injured woman was airlifted from the location to receive medical treatment, highlighting the importance of emergency services in remote and rugged areas.