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Unprepared climbers stretch Ireland’s rescue services to the limit

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Rescue services have experienced an alarming rise in callouts.

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26/06/2021. Standalone A young couple take a moment as they enjoy the view from the top of Torc Mountain in the National Park, Killarney, Co Kerry. Photograph : Laura Hutton / The Irish Times
26/06/2021. Standalone A young couple take a moment as they enjoy the view from the top of Torc Mountain in the National Park, Killarney, Co Kerry. Photograph : Laura Hutton / The Irish Times
Fri Jul 29 2022 - 05:06

As more and more people take to the outdoors to explore Ireland’s hiking trails and mountain paths, rescue services are struggling with a rise in callouts.

So why have more people started hiking around Ireland, and why are so many embarking on these adventures with zero preparation?

This episode was originally published in August 2021.

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