Follow-up to "Tourists Lost and Trapped for 12 Hours, Multi-department Linkage Successfully Rescued"
Trapped tourists send pennants to thank them, and their statements remind them that "outdoor sports are risky"
Liuyang Daily News (Reporter Liu Xieyu) On March 2, Mr. Zhou, a young man from other places, went to Dawei Mountain National Forest Park to play alone, and got lost in the forest path while climbing Wuzhishan. Mr. Zhou was only able to escape from danger after all-night search and rescue by the Daweishan National Forest Park Management Office, the Daweishan Police Station and the fire rescue station at the entrance of the Municipal Fire Rescue Brigade (Liuyang Daily reported on March 7, 2006).
After a few days’ rest, Mr. Zhou made a special trip to Liuyang on March 9 to express his deep gratitude to the units and departments involved in the rescue.
"Young man, later must pay attention to, can’t so rashly into the depths of the forest. When you come to Dawei Mountain to play in the future, you must take the built trails, and it is best to travel together. " Tan Jianren, chief of the security section of the management office of Dawei Mountain National Forest Park, did not forget to send a reminder after receiving the banner.
In the face of these hard-working search and rescue staff, Mr. Zhou thanked and apologized. He said that in the past few days when I returned to Changsha to rest, I closed my eyes and sometimes I was trapped in the mountains that night. I felt very embarrassed at the same time. "So many people have been looking for me in the mountains all night, which has caused trouble for everyone. I hope more outdoor enthusiasts can learn my lesson and don’t take risks. "
News focus
Nowadays, outdoor hiking is becoming a way for more and more people to relax and challenge themselves. As spring returns to the earth and the weather gets warmer, more and more professional "donkey friends" and non-professional outdoor enthusiasts choose to go into Shan Ye to embrace nature and relax. However, the outdoor conditions are complex and there are all kinds of risks and challenges. Mr. Zhou’s thrilling experience has also sounded the alarm for outdoor sports enthusiasts.
Combined with Mr. Zhou’s experience, the reporter interviewed outdoor hiking experts, Red Cross Blue Sky Rescue Team, fire rescue personnel and other professionals, and compiled a safety guide for outdoor hiking for the reference of outdoor hiking enthusiasts.
Be in awe and anticipate risks.
"Compared with regular travel, it is more important to predict risks in advance when playing outdoors, and we must be in awe of nature." Wu Leyi, director of Changsha Mountaineering Outdoor Sports Association, is a well-known outdoor sports expert in Liuyang and has the certificate of "National Intermediate Outdoor Instructor" issued by chinese mountaineering association. In his view, whether it is a professional outdoor sports practitioner or a tourist, it is necessary to "predict the risks" before traveling. "Being awed is not empty talk, and you must not despise any mountain."
Wu Leyi introduced that there are many risk factors in outdoor sports, including geographical environment, weather conditions, external liaison and other risks. "Before going out, you should fully understand the destination and conduct risk assessment. If you don’t have sufficient preparation and grasp, don’t take risks. This is the bottom line advice for all lovers who yearn for outdoor and outdoor activities."
"As professionals, every time we go hiking in a strange place, we still have to step on the spot in advance, contact the locals to get familiar with the geographical environment, and at the same time find out the risk points in the route, arrange personnel to meet at the foot of the mountain, and plan the emergency evacuation route." What worries Wu Leyi is that in the process of outdoor hiking, many "donkey friends" have no basic perception of the potential risks of nature. "All their thoughts are on the scenery, on curiosity, on punching cards, and even some women are hiking in skirts and high heels to take pictures."
Follow the team and prepare your equipment.
Infinite scenery behind the dangerous peaks and beautiful scenery, don’t forget the existence of danger. Wu Leyi reminded that outdoor hiking is a sport with a professional threshold. The novice "donkey friends" should follow the professional team as much as possible and should not walk alone. After all, the professional team has richer experience, sharper judgment, more cautious attitude and more complete materials. "All these have only one purpose, that is, to start happily and come back safely."
For some outdoor "little whites", Wu Leyi reminded that outdoor activities are not as beautiful as imagined, and the process is full of hardships and difficulties. In daily outdoor activities, he will ask participants to equip themselves with basic outdoor equipment, such as hiking shoes, trekking poles, sweat-wicking underwear, etc. "If you enter the no-man’s land, you should also equip yourself with satellite phones, and even set up a pre-set supply station in advance."
Wu Leyi, for example, has a well-known hiking route in China-"Aotai" line (a hiking route running through Aoshan Mountain in Qinling Mountains and Taibai Mountain), and there have been many outdoor hiking accidents in recent years. "It is located at the junction of the north and south of China, and the temperature is prone to drastic changes. It is often high enough to wear short sleeves during the day and it snows heavily at night." Wu Leyi said that some inexperienced "donkey friends" only carry a small amount of equipment and clothes for the convenience of outdoor sports. Once they are trapped in danger, their supply and insulation will become a problem.
"Encountering rain and snow in the mountains can easily lead to temperature loss and even life-threatening." Wu Leyi recalled that he had suffered from negligence during an outdoor hike. "At that time, all shoes, socks and clothes were wet, and my body kept shaking, my hands were numb and my breathing was short. Fortunately, we brought many professional outdoor survival equipment and lit a bonfire. Only then did we slowly recover."
Wu Leyi suggested that inexperienced new "friends" should travel with professional teams. "On the one hand, they can get care, and they can get rescue in time if an accident happens. On the other hand, they can learn outdoor knowledge and accumulate experience with professionals during hiking."
In addition, outdoor hiking is often more than ten kilometers, which tests the physical fitness of participants. "Donkey Friends" can consciously exercise their bodies and endurance before leaving.
Make a good plan and stay calm.
Li Tengfu, captain of the Liuyang Red Cross Blue Sky Rescue Team, who has rich experience in field search and rescue, said that in the search and rescue missions he participated in, many "friends" who got lost and trapped had one thing in common: they climbed mountains rashly with a passion and did not plan well in advance.
"A few years ago, we carried out many search and rescue operations in Daowu Mountain and Dawei Mountain. Many of the tourists were from other places. After seeing short videos on the Internet, they broke into the mountains almost unprepared." Li Tengfu said that the outdoor environment is very complicated, especially in densely forested areas, and it is easy to get lost.
"The surrounding environment is similar, and you can’t find your way when you walk a few steps." Mr. Zhou recalled that getting lost happened almost in an instant. "There was snow everywhere, and with the thick fog, I couldn’t find my way before."
Li Tengfu introduced that the climate in mountainous areas is changeable, so it is particularly important to plan the route and time before entering the forest. Take Mr. Zhou as an example. He is still climbing to the top of the mountain at 4 o’clock in the afternoon, and his time planning has great security risks. "At this time, it is getting late, and the risk of climbing at night is even greater. Be sure to plan well and leave enough time for going down the mountain. "
In addition, in the process of climbing, try not to copy unfamiliar shortcuts and trails. Tan Jianren reminded that most of the incidents of getting lost and being trapped were caused by cutting corners and taking small paths. "After Mr. Zhou got lost, he used his mobile phone to locate and navigate, hoping to take the small path out according to the general direction, which also led him to go further and further."
If tourists get lost and get trapped, they must stay calm and ask for help in time, and wait for rescue in a safe place. "The search and rescue of Mr. Zhou took so long, partly because he changed his position many times in a panic, which led us to pass by." Li Jinglin, the stationmaster of Guankou Fire Rescue Station, said that rescuers arrived near Mr. Zhou’s location many times that night, but because Mr. Zhou slipped down the hillside twice in the process of finding the road, rescuers could not lock their position for a long time.
Li Jinglin reminded that if you are lost and trapped, don’t look for a way out rashly. If your mobile phone has a signal, you should immediately call the police or contact the local authorities, and stay in the same place or where there are obvious signs to wait for rescue.
These equipments are indispensable for outdoor hiking.
knapsack
According to the experience of "donkey friends", you can choose a backpack with a capacity of 28 liters or less with reference to a one-day trip; For a 2-to 3-day trip, you need to prepare a backpack with a capacity of 28 liters to 50 liters.
Rush suit
The main function of the suit is to prevent rain and wind. It is best to choose a suit with a hood and an adjustable rope buckle. The lining of the jacket should be breathable mesh lining, so that hot air and moisture can be discharged quickly, and it is not cumbersome and tight to wear on the body.
Walking shoes
Choose shoes according to the route, intensity and terrain of hiking. For short-distance hiking, you can generally choose low-top or middle-top hiking shoes, and choose shoes with lighter weight and higher comfort. It is best to choose shoes with certain grip to cope with wet and smooth roads. It is recommended to choose one or half yards larger.
water
The most important thing when going out is to bring enough water. It is recommended to prepare 2 liters of water a day, or you can bring functional drinks to replenish water and absorb energy at the same time.
Sunscreen and heatstroke prevention equipment
Hats, ice sleeves, sun protection face towels and sunglasses are common physical sun protection equipment. Those who wear glasses can consider sunglasses clips. In addition, you can also consider sunscreen, cool spray and Bergmite stickers.
kneecap
When hiking or climbing a mountain, especially when going downhill, it is necessary to prepare a pair of knee pads, which can play the role of sports protection, cold protection and joint maintenance.
trekking pole
When climbing a mountain, if the knee is weak, it is recommended to prepare a trekking pole. The trekking poles can improve the stability of walking and reduce the burden on the legs, while using two trekking poles can maintain a good balance.
headlamp
Be sure to bring lighting items such as flashlights when hiking outdoors overnight, so as to find directions or set up tents at night. You’d better choose a light headlight, and it won’t be a burden to wear it on your head.
