Overview

• A 25-year-old mountaineer slipped 10 meters on April 23, dragging another climber and leaving a third immobilized on Pico de la Alcazaba's El Goterón corridor.
• The Guardia Civil’s GREIM unit and aerial crew responded swiftly after receiving an emergency call at 14:50, ensuring a timely rescue within permitted flight hours.
• Pilots demonstrated precision by partially landing the helicopter on a rocky outcrop to facilitate the rescue in the steep and hazardous conditions.
• All three climbers were safely evacuated without injuries, avoiding a prolonged and riskier ground operation that would have been necessary if the alert had been delayed.
• Authorities have reiterated the importance of assessing weather, lighting, and technical training before attempting high-altitude climbs in challenging environments.