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Hiker airlifted after losing consciousness at Terengganu waterfall
A 48-year-old woman was rescued by helicopter after collapsing during a trek at Langsir Waterfall in Dungun, Terengganu. The Fire and Rescue Department responded swiftly to airlift the unconscious hiker to safety.
LSN Malaysia ·
DUNGUN — A middle-aged female hiker was airlifted to safety after collapsing and losing consciousness while navigating the trails at Air Terjun Langsir on Thursday, according to the Terengganu Fire and Rescue Department.
The 48-year-old climber fell ill while trekking at the popular waterfall destination in Dungun. Emergency responders were alerted to her condition, prompting a rapid response operation involving aerial evacuation.
Fire and Rescue personnel deployed a helicopter to extract the hiker from the remote location and transport her to medical facilities for treatment. The department did not immediately provide details regarding the cause of her collapse or her medical condition following the evacuation.
The incident underscores the importance of safety precautions when visiting natural attractions in the region, particularly at waterfall sites that may present challenging terrain and environmental conditions. Authorities have not issued additional statements regarding the outcome of the rescue operation.