Overview
- A 49-year-old hiker fell from a rock ledge to the base at Fritschenstein near Waltersdorf on Sunday afternoon during a southern descent by the Brandbaude.
- His companion placed an emergency call, and seven members of Bergwacht Bad Schandau located both the man and his dog.
- The hiker suffered severe injuries and was flown to a hospital by the rescue helicopter Christoph 62, with no further medical update available.
- The dog fell roughly five meters and was taken to a veterinary clinic for treatment.
- DRK and mountain rescue officials warned against relying solely on hiking apps and noted initial indications of inadequate equipment, with the circumstances under review.