MUP: British citizen rescued in inaccessible terrain in Kotor, family from Israel rescued near Savin Kuk

"We appeal to all visitors to mountainous areas to plan their stay in nature responsibly. Before setting off, it is necessary to check the weather forecast, find out about the difficulty of the route and provide adequate equipment, a sufficient amount of water, food and means of communication," the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) said in a statement.

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Detail during the rescue operation of a British citizen, Photo: Facebook/Kotor Fire Department
Detail during the rescue operation of a British citizen, Photo: Facebook/Kotor Fire Department
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A British citizen who got lost in inaccessible terrain in the municipality of Kotor was rescued, and a family of five from Israel was rescued near Savin Kuk.

This was announced today by the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP).

The statement states that the Directorate for Protection and Rescue of the Ministry of Internal Affairs today, through the Operational and Communication Center 112, successfully coordinated the search and rescue operation of a British citizen, who was lost in inaccessible terrain in the territory of the municipality of Kotor.

"Members of the Protection and Rescue Service (SZS) Kotor participated in the search and the operation was successfully completed. After being found, the British citizen was cared for and safely pulled out of the field, and he is in good general health, thanks to the coordinated action of OKC 112 and SZS Kotor. Also, the Directorate for Protection and Rescue, through the Operational and Communication Center 112, successfully coordinated the search and rescue operation in the Municipality of Žabljak, near Savin Kuk. Members of the Mountain Service and Rescue successfully completed the operation and lowered a five-member family (parents and three children) from Israel from the cliff using safety ropes. The call was received last night at 8:49 p.m., and the operation was completed today after 11 a.m. Members of the Protection and Rescue Service Žabljak participated in last night's phase of the search, and all family members are in good general health," the statement reads.

The Ministry of Interior added that the Directorate for Protection and Rescue continues to respond effectively to emergency situations, in cooperation with all competent services, confirming the high level of readiness and coordination of the protection and rescue system of Montenegro.

"We appeal to all visitors to mountainous areas to plan their stay in nature responsibly. Before setting off, it is necessary to check the weather forecast, find out about the difficulty of the route and provide adequate equipment, a sufficient amount of water, food and means of communication. We especially appeal not to set off on demanding tours alone, to respect mountain markings and to inform family members or friends about the planned route and return time. Responsible behavior in the mountains reduces the possibility of accidents and the need to engage rescue services," the Ministry of Internal Affairs said.

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