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Bali SAR Team Rescues Two Tourists Stranded on Uluwatu Cliff
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Bali SAR Team Rescues Two Tourists Stranded on Uluwatu Cliff

From CNN Indonesia · (3h ago) Indonesian Positive tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Two foreign tourists, a Russian woman and a US man, were rescued by helicopter from a cliff in Uluwatu, Bali.
  • The tourists were stranded after receiving a phone number from a nearby billboard and contacting a beach club.
  • Rescue operations were challenging due to the steep terrain, necessitating a helicopter extraction.

In a dramatic rescue operation, two foreign tourists found themselves in peril on the steep cliffs of Uluwatu, Bali. A Russian woman, identified as DZ (21), and a US national, SS (52), became stranded in the picturesque yet treacherous area of Desa Pecatu. Their ordeal began when they apparently obtained a phone number from a local billboard and managed to contact the El Kabron Bali Beach Club, which then alerted the authorities.

The joint SAR team, comprising personnel from the Denpasar Police, Basarnas Bali, and an SGI Benoa helicopter team, responded swiftly to the distress call. The challenging terrain of the Uluwatu cliffs made a ground rescue impossible, prompting the decision to deploy a helicopter. The SGI Benoa helicopter successfully hoisted the two tourists to safety, bringing them to the heliport in good condition.

The evacuation went smoothly and both victims were rescued alive.

— I Gede Adi Saputra JayaIptu I Gede Adi Saputra Jaya, Head of Public Relations at the Denpasar Police, confirmed the successful rescue of the two tourists.

This incident highlights the inherent risks associated with exploring Bali's stunning natural beauty. While Uluwatu is famed for its breathtaking views and surf breaks, the cliff faces demand caution. The swift and efficient rescue by the Indonesian SAR team underscores their capability in handling complex emergencies, ensuring the safety of both locals and the many international visitors who flock to the island. The tourists are currently receiving medical attention and are being supported by their accommodation providers.

Currently, both victims are still undergoing medical treatment and cannot be interviewed due to trauma.

— I Gede Adi Saputra JayaIptu I Gede Adi Saputra Jaya, Head of Public Relations at the Denpasar Police, provided an update on the condition of the rescued tourists.
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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