A hiker in his 50s died from cardiac arrest while descending the Seongpanak trail on Hallasan Mountain in Jeju.
According to the Jeju Fire Safety Headquarters, a report was received at 11:40 a.m. on the 26th that a hiker, identified as Mr. A, had collapsed while descending the trail.
Mr. A was in cardiac arrest when he received emergency treatment from a Hallasan National Park staff member who arrived at the scene at 11:59 a.m. He was then transported down the mountain via a monorail and taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
It was reported that adverse weather conditions at the time prevented the deployment of a rescue helicopter.
The fall season, characterized by cooler temperatures and peak autumn foliage, is known to be the most frequent time for mountain accidents. According to the Fire Agency, incidents in October over the past three years accounted for 12.4% of all annual mountain accidents, marking the highest occurrence rate. The agency has warned that accidents frequently happen from September to November.
In light of this, the Fire Agency urged hikers to adhere to seven key safety guidelines for autumn hiking: check weather information and avoid solo hiking; select hiking routes based on personal fitness and daily condition; start hikes early and descend before sunset; perform light warm-up exercises before hiking; prepare warm clothing for significant temperature changes; use designated trails; and refrain from hiking under the influence of alcohol.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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