LOMBOK: A Malaysian climber became the latest victim of an accident on Mount Rinjani, Indonesia after reportedly falling while heading towards Danau Segara Anak on Friday (June 27).
According to Sinar Harian, The victim sustained serious injuries, including a fractured hip and head wounds, after falling approximately 200 meters before reaching the bridge to the popular site.
Yarman, the head of the Gunung Rinjani National Park Centre, confirmed the incident, which occurred around 2.20pm local time, and stated that a rescue operation was launched immediately upon receiving initial information.
"Initial information indicates the victim was still able to walk slowly despite injuries to the leg and a head impact. Our team was dispatched to the location to provide emergency treatment and conduct the rescue operation," he told the media on Saturday.
He stated that the rescue procedure was carried out according to established safety standards, including providing initial treatment at the location before the victim was transferred to the nearest control post, such as the Sembalun Post.
If further treatment is required, the victim will be referred to health facilities like Bhayangkara Mataram Hospital or the Community Health Centre in the Sembalun area.
Yarman also advised all climbers to be more cautious and not to underestimate the challenges when climbing Mount Rinjani.
"Rinjani's topography is very challenging. Climbers need to be careful, not push themselves if tired, and rest or seek help immediately if they encounter difficulties," he stressed.
This is the second incident involving a foreigner within a week on the famous volcano.
On June 21, a Brazilian climber, Juliana Marins, 27, died after falling while climbing to Rinjani’s summit, raising concerns about the safety of the climbing routes.
"Safety must be the top priority in every journey," Yarman added.
