Chapter
Decision-making in rescue missions
49:42 - 56:30 (06:48)
A rescue team is faced with a difficult decision of which climbers to rescue first in a life-threatening scenario. They must assess each climber's condition to prioritize their rescue and ensure their safety before nightfall.
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Leo had to identify and prioritize the most critical climbers stranded in the mountain forests before nightfall as there were legal restrictions on flying helicopters after sunset.
49:42 - 52:48 (03:06)
Summary
Leo had to identify and prioritize the most critical climbers stranded in the mountain forests before nightfall as there were legal restrictions on flying helicopters after sunset. He assessed each climber and made a plan to rescue them safely.
ChapterDecision-making in rescue missions
Episode13: A Fatal Lightning Strike and the Jenny Lake Rangers - Grand Teton National Park
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A climber was rescued swiftly by a team of rangers who brought oxygen masks, IV lines, and warming equipment to prevent hypothermia.
52:48 - 54:27 (01:39)
Summary
A climber was rescued swiftly by a team of rangers who brought oxygen masks, IV lines, and warming equipment to prevent hypothermia. The rescue operation was carried out in just six minutes.
ChapterDecision-making in rescue missions
Episode13: A Fatal Lightning Strike and the Jenny Lake Rangers - Grand Teton National Park
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Four climbers on Mount Everest were initially deemed a low priority to rescue after being struck by lightning and left unable to climb back down themselves, but were ultimately rescued thanks to a second helicopter bringing more medical supplies.
54:27 - 56:30 (02:02)
Summary
Four climbers on Mount Everest were initially deemed a low priority to rescue after being struck by lightning and left unable to climb back down themselves, but were ultimately rescued thanks to a second helicopter bringing more medical supplies.