Drama on the Frommes Alpe: Baby thrown out of strollers!

Drama on the Frommes Alpe: Baby thrown out of strollers!

In the idyllic backdrop of Tyrol, a serious incident occurred on Monday afternoon: A 23-year-old mother from Germany lost control of her stroller on her way to the Frommes Alpe in Fiss. Around 12.55 p.m., when she wanted to open a pasture, the car set an unsafe in motion with her ten -week -old baby and rolled down about 50 meters before overturning. Tragically, the baby was thrown out of the car and landed on a mountain meadow, as KURIER reported.

The drama happened in the middle of the untouched nature of the Tyrolean Alps, where fresh air and breathtaking views cannot protect against accidents. Fortunately, mountain rescuers from Fiss were nearby and immediately provided first aid. Mom and baby were immediately brought to the valley and received primary care in the district hospital in Zams. The injured child then had to be flown to the Innsbruck University Clinic by an amusement helicopter and suffered injuries to an undetermined degree, as today reported.

Investigations and security in the mountains

The police have already started an investigation into the exact approach of the accident. Such an incident raises questions about security and caution in alpine regions. The alpins security documents accidents in the mountains and actively works on prevention work in order to avoid such incidents in the future. The alpine police capture all accidents in Austria's mountains in an extensive database that also serves to improve alpine security.

In view of the increased number of accidents in alpine terrain, especially in the context of climate change, sensitization is more important than ever. Over 6,700 people suffered last winter, and unfortunately there were also 111 deaths in the Austrian Alps. Such statistics warn of going into nature with careful and preparation.

This incident in FISS can serve as a clear wake -up call that even with apparently harmless excursions into nature, the dangers should not be underestimated. The experiences there should always be associated with vigilance. The thoughts of the entire community are among the family affected and we hope for a quick recovery of the little fighter.