Bishkek, 04.05.26. /Kabar/. Today, May 4 at 12:35, the dispatch service of the Kumtor mine security received a message from tourist guides. They reported that at the 23rd km from the mine, five tourists from Italy were caught under a snow avalanche.
The rescue service of the Kumtor mine with a medical team immediately went to the scene. At the same time, the Kumtor security service immediately transmitted the information to the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
Kumtor employees conducted an initial inspection of the area using drones. Four tourists received minor injuries and were in a state of stress. They were provided with the necessary assistance on the spot. Parallel to this, search and rescue operations were started to locate the fifth tourist.
At 16:24, he was found. The tourist has recorded injuries, including to the neck area. He is currently handed over to the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
The situation is under the control of the relevant services.
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