23 Jun, 17:46··

Rescue Operation After Frozen Man on Voss

NRK

A tourist was found in a cold condition on a mountain in Norway. A large rescue team used helicopters and drones to find him. He was safely brought down from the mountain.

A German tourist was reported missing while hiking in Voss, Norway. Police found him alone in a tent near the border between Vik and Vaksdal. A rescue helicopter from Florø was sent to search for the man. The rescue operation involved many volunteers. The man was rescued just before midnight.

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Highlights

Tourist Rescued from Mountain

A German tourist was rescued from a mountain in Voss after being found in a cold condition.

Large Rescue Operation Launched

A large rescue operation was launched after a report of a frozen man needing help.

Man Found in Tent

The missing man was found alone in a tent in the Kvannlandsleitet area.

Helicopter Search Underway

A rescue helicopter from Florø is searching for the man.

Foreign National Involved

The missing man is a foreign national.

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