Matías Travizano, chief executive officer of Argentina’s business-owned technology company, has frequently met with business leaders as an Argentine government adviser, however, This all-powerful elite in the business world was killed in a mountaineering accident in Mount Shasta, California, ending his 45-year-old life.
According to police reports, after successfully climbing the top, Travisano returned from a relatively safe descent path (Clear Creek Trail). Missing into a dangerous glacial area covered with ice and rock.。 Although the two tried to get out of trouble by sliding, Travisano lost control, first crashed into a rock and fell into a coma, then briefly regained consciousness, then slipped again, and finally fell to death from a cliff nearly 1,000 meters.
Police warned that despite this walking route being considered safe, However, it is easy to get lost in bad weather. Once you deviate, you may enter steep terrain and lead to accidents.This tragedy also warns the world that in the face of the unpredictability of nature, even the well-prepared climbers should always be vigilant.
At present, mountaineering, hiking, camping... outdoor sports have become a new way for contemporary people to get close to nature and release stress.
However, few people pay attention to the other side of outdoor sports-risk.
According to the China Adventure Association’s 2023 Annual China Outdoor Adventure Accident Report, a total of 425 outdoor adventure accidents occurred in 2023, involving 1350 people, 320 people were injured, 156 people died and 26 people disappeared. Compared to 2022, the total number of accidents increased by 53 in 2023, up 14.2%
At present, the latest accident statistics for 2024 have not yet been released, but it is estimated that the number of casualties will still be large.
We have specially selected 5 representative cases from outdoor accidents in 2024 to remind everyone: climbing snow-capped mountains is not a risk, but in these seemingly ordinary outdoor activities, you may die.
What to pay attention to mountains?
Outdoor mountain climbing is high-risk, you should know the weather conditions of the destination in advance and avoid climbing in the rain and snow bad weather. Carefully plan the hiking route, download offline maps in advance, carry enough water and food, pay attention to checking emergency items such as charging treasures, high-light lights and emergency packages. It is best to be accompanied and don't venture to undeveloped "landmarks" or dangerous areas.
What about deep mountains?
Source: National Emergency Cop propaganda, Dr. Ding Shan, Red Star News, Hubei Daily