Unprepared climbers stretch Ireland’s rescue services to the limit

Rescue services have experienced an alarming rise in callouts.

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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.