Trekkers should be aware
that there is very little in the way of rescue organization
for handling trekker's emergencies in Nepal. If you are trekking
with a reputable trekking agency then their staff will be
trained to handle most contingencies. if you are traveling
independently then you will have to rely on your own initiative
to handle any problems. This is why trekking alone is foolhardy
in the extreme.
At all times try to be aware
of the location of possible sources of help, medical clinics,
police or army posts etc. Try to find out where there are working
telephones or radios as you pass along the trails.
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At all times try to be aware
of the location of possible sources of help, medical clinics,
police or army posts etc. Try to find out where there are
working telephones or radios as you pass along the trails.
All trekkers should make sure that they are covered by a suitable
travel insurance policy. This, at least, must cover the cost
of a helicopter rescue, which is the only practical way of
evacuating a seriously ill or injured patient from most of
the trekking areas. It is essential to leave details of this
policy with a responsible agency in Kathmandu. Either your
trekking agency or your embassies are the obvious choices.
Registering your details and intended plans with your embassy
in Kathmandu is an extremely sensible step to take.
In the event that you do
have a problem, and that problem cannot be solved with the
resources at hand, then communications facilities must be
located. Telephones or radios can be hard to find and may
be a day or more away from the incident site. If it is possible
to send a reliable person for help make sure that a note is
sent detailing the location of the patient, the problem being
experienced, specifying what help is needed. List what actions
you are going to take in the interim. Fortunately, these days,
helicopters are readily available, at a price, from Kathmandu
and Pokhara. If a message can be sent then it is likely that
a rescue can be mounted reasonably quickly.
Note:
If you are planning to do
trekking and hiking in Nepal please do have Helicopter search
and rescue coverage insurance so that in case of emergency
or accident during trekking areas we can easily make search
and rescue to you by helicopter.
