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Caver, 66, Rescued From 100 Meters Deep in Southern France Cave

The operation hinged on underground medical care with extensive cave modifications.

Overview

  • Authorities said 44 firefighters and 22 cave specialists were deployed for the effort.
  • The man reportedly fell about seven meters, injuring his knee and clavicle.
  • Four people entered the Aven-Tagada cave, with one exiting to seek help as two stayed with the injured caver near 100 meters depth.
  • Rescuers widened passages, secured a wall and carried out tree-felling to enable a helicopter landing.
  • The injured caver was stabilized by a medical team working below ground, according to officials.