Snow-seekers discover additional missing snowmen in Kamchatka region
In the chilly mornings of Kamchatka Krai, a search operation unfolded when two snowmobilers went missing early this morning. A joint team of rescuers, including professionals from the Main Directorate of the MCHS and KGKU "COD", along with a police officer, assembled at 6 am for the search.
The incident took an unexpected turn, as volunteers with a satellite phone managed to locate the missing men. They were towing a broken-down snowmobile towards Kozelsky Volcano. The delay in the rescue operation was due to running out of fuel, but the volunteers' swift actions helped overcome this obstacle.
Sergei Lebedev, the Minister of Emergency Situations of Kamchatka Krai, praised the decisive and competent actions of the volunteers. He thanked them for their role in the rescue operation, stating that the incident ended well, thanks to their efforts.
Lebedev also reminded everyone to always bring necessary accessories for a snowmobile trip. He advised bringing a satellite phone or a UV radio station set to a frequency known to relatives or the commonly used one for snowmobilers. He also suggested carrying a belt for the variator, wrenches, an axe, a shovel, a primus, food, spare clothes, and a compact tent for snowmobile trips. Moreover, he emphasised the importance of a fuel reserve for snowmobilers.
The group of volunteers who found the missing snowmobile riders using a satellite device and guided them back to the starting point is not explicitly named in the provided search results. However, their actions were instrumental in the successful rescue operation.
As the missing snowmobilers were escorted back to the starting point, the professional rescuers' help was no longer needed, as per the later development. Lebedev thanked the professional rescuers for their initial assistance and their readiness to respond to emergencies.
The missing snowmobilers were reported by IA "Kam 24". The incident serves as a reminder to always be prepared for unexpected situations when venturing out into the harsh winter landscapes of Kamchatka Krai.
