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A Belgian tourist is rescued in Pirin Mountain

published on 8/7/23 6:12 PM

Photo: Mountain Rescue Service - Bansko

A Belgian citizen was injured in the area of Mt Polezhan in Pirin, BTA reported. According to initial information, his leg was broken. The report was filed at 2 pm.

A team of mountain rescuers from Bansko is already on its way to the injured man. At the request of the rescue service, a military helicopter from Krumovo air base was sent to the resort's cable car to pick up mountain rescuer Angel Ukov, trained and prepared for air operations, to help save the injured man.

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Radio Bulgaria News Belgian injured Krumovo air base military helicopter Mt Polezhan Pirin rescue operation

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