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REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
Tatras Mountain Rescue Service

Basic information necessary in requests for assistence:

  • Who is calling, and from where
  • Accident place and time
  • Extent of accident - description
  • Condition of patient (information on previous physical condition), name, identification numbers (including passport), residence, occupation

    Rescue action If flying conditions are suitable for a helicopter rescue, a person should signal the helicopter with their back toward the wind and using arm signals to land the helicopter.

    Help request - YES Yes! I need help!
    Help request - NO No, I don't need any help

    If it is the injured who is giving the signals, his back does not have to be turned toward the wind. If the helicopter is descending or landing, wait for the crew's instructions. Always approach the helicopter from the front paying careful attention to the rotor. When only observing, keep an adequate distance away from the helicopter.

    Tatras' Mountain Rescue Service
    - nonstop service:

    phone +421-(0)52-4422820, +421-(0)52-4422855
    fax. +421-(0)52-4422855

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