In recent weeks, Eryri National Park has been the unfortunate site of two separate tragic accidents that resulted in the deaths of two women. The incidents occurred while the women were hiking on Glyder Fach and Tryfan mountain, according to reports from the Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation. The first woman fell approximately 32ft (10m) on February 16 after slipping on a patch of grass, while the second woman fell around 65ft (20m) on February 22. The rescue team expressed their condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and thanked members of the public who attempted to assist.
During the first incident on February 16, a couple was descending Glyder Fach when the female hiker slipped on grass and fell. Her partner also fell in an effort to reach her, sustaining head and wrist injuries. Despite his attempts to administer CPR and call for help, the woman tragically did not survive. The second incident occurred on February 22, when a woman in a group fell into steep terrain while climbing the north-ridge of Tryfan mountain. Despite efforts from passers-by with climbing equipment and a nearby team member who started CPR, the woman succumbed to her injuries and was brought down to the rescue base.
Known for its challenging terrain, Tryfan mountain represents the boundary between hiking and mountaineering, making it a difficult peak to navigate, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Ascending the summit requires the use of hands and scrambling skills due to the absence of marked footpaths. The mountain served as a testing ground for oxygen equipment and safety techniques before Sir Edmund Hillary and his team successfully climbed Mount Everest in 1953. Chris Lloyd, chairman of the Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation, emphasized the importance of checking weather forecasts and ensuring appropriate equipment before embarking on mountain expeditions. He highlighted the lingering snow at higher elevations and described the rocks as “greasy” during the day due to damp conditions
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