In Transcarpathia, summer vacation in the mountains is no less popular than winter vacation. Thousands of people try conquering the mountain slopes. However, while doing that, citizens often forget about elementary safety measures which leads to unpleasant consequences. Ignoring the rules, a person can get lost, injured or even die. Therefore, the State Emergencies Service of Ukraine Office in Transcarpathian region reminds citizens major recommendations for summer hiking.
Above all, you must carefully prepare for a trip into the mountains. Do not plan a trip alone, because it is very dangerous. Sometimes, a chance to survive in the mountains alone is 50 / 50. It is better to gather a group of people headed by an experienced tourist. Plan a safe route.
A backpack must be stuffed with essential things in a trip. Even when a good weather is expected, you must take a windproof suit (it takes up very little space), woolen sweater and socks, a hat and a plastic rain cape.
Every adult should have matches in water-proof package. Take one set of repair kit and one set of first aid kit with elastic bandage per group.
Wear comfortable sportswear, special mountain boots or good shoes. In no event wear new shoes.
Before leaving, check the weather forecast for the next few days. And most importantly, register with the nearest mountain search and rescue department and attend briefing.
Do not climb rocks and boulders without belay. Most accidents occur due to failure to observe this rule.
In case of strong rain or hail, accompanied by thunderstorm, stop and wait out bad weather, but do not do it under a lone-standing tree, on the edge of the forest or on the banks of a body water. Do not stay overnight high in the mountains.
The State Emergencies Service of Ukraine Office in Transcarpathian region appeals to all tourists asking to follow the above rules which guarantee your safe stay in the mountains of Transcarpathia.
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