Rescue operation at Ushba ends successfully

12:21, 12.08.2019

A rescue operation at Ushba, one of the most notable peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, ended successfully. The injured tourists from Ukraine stuck in the mountains were brought by a helicopter to a safe place.

Rescuers transferred two injured tourists to a medical facility in Mestia, where they were provided with appropriate medical care.

The rescue operation has been underway on Mount Ushba in Sveneti region since morning.

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