A helicopter from the Emergency and Rescue Group rescued two young people suffering from heat-related issues in the El Cardón de las Doce area this Thursday.
A helicopter from the Emergency and Rescue Group (GES) of the Canary Islands Government rescued two hikers this afternoon who were showing symptoms of heat stroke in the Tenerife municipality of Santiago del Teide. The affected individuals, a 22-year-old woman and a 24-year-old man, were evacuated to a helipad in Adeje and subsequently taken to the hospital.
The incident occurred shortly after three in the afternoon when the Emergency and Security Coordinating Centre (CECOES) 112 received an alert requesting medical assistance for two people who could not continue their route in the El Cardón de las Doce area. Emergency services were activated immediately.
The GES helicopter reached the location of the hikers, where rescuers provided initial medical attention before proceeding with their evacuation. The young people were hoisted aboard the aircraft and taken to the Bomberos Voluntarios de Adeje helipad, where an ambulance from the Canary Emergency Service (SUC) was waiting for them.
Once on the ground, SUC personnel assessed the two affected individuals. The woman had moderate heat-related health issues, while the man showed milder symptoms. Both were transported in a basic life support ambulance to the Hospiten Sur Hospital in the south of the island, where they were admitted for observation. According to health sources, their condition is not serious and they are expected to recover well.
During the operation, members of the Tenerife Fire Consortium secured the landing and takeoff maneuvers of the helicopter at the helipad, ensuring the safety of the intervention.
The high temperatures recorded these days on the island, with maximums exceeding 30 degrees in coastal areas, increase the risk of heat strokes during hiking activities. Authorities recommend avoiding the central hours of the day for outdoor routes, staying hydrated frequently, and wearing light clothing and sun protection.
This rescue adds to similar incidents that have occurred in recent weeks in various locations across the Canary Islands, where summer heat is causing an increase in emergencies related to high temperatures. The GES reminds the importance of planning excursions and carrying enough water, as well as a mobile phone with battery to alert in case of need.
The two young people, whose identities have not been disclosed, remain under observation at the hospital. They are expected to be discharged in the coming hours if their condition continues to improve.
