Tragedy in the Tatras. Yesterday we informed about the accident that took place on Giewont. Five people were killed by a lightning strike. Over 5 people were injured. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki appeared on the spot. For the families and relatives of the victims, a special hotline has been set up at the following numbers: (100) 18 201 71 and (00) 18 202 39. What new information is reaching us?
Tragedy in the Tatra Mountains - information about the victims
Information about people who suffered from a lightning strike is still available. Some people were transported to the hospital with very severe skull injuries, advanced burns - unfortunately some people are still in a serious condition. Doctors and medical teams make every effort to ensure that patients quickly recover and their condition improves.
Be sure to read: Lightning hit Giewont - there are victims!
Tragedy in the Tatra Mountains - Zakopane in mourning
The mayor of Zakopane has introduced a period of mourning in the city - from Friday August 23.08 to Sunday August 25.08.2019, XNUMX). In a special statement, he asked for special respect for the memory of the victims of the tragedy in the Tatra Mountains on those days:
- I appeal to all the organizers of entertainment, cultural and sports events with an appeal to cancel them or limit them during the mourning period. I am in pain with the families of the victims and all the victims, and I am asking the residents to pray for them - wrote the mayor of Zakopane in a communiqué.
Words of support come from many sides ...
Words and assurances of support and help come from many sides. Condolences are sent, among others, by representatives of the political world, the media, and the world of culture. In his statement on Twitter, the head of the Civic Platform, Grzegorz Schetyna, wrote:
“The tragedy in the Tatra Mountains could affect each of us, now the most important thing is to provide safety and support to the victims and their families. May the rescue operation end as soon as possible.
Could the tragedy have been avoided? Why are no messages related to violent storms released? This question is certainly asked by many people - including, of course, the family and friends of the victims of Thursday's Tragedy in the Tatra Mountains in a special way. One thing is certain - there are no jokes with nature and it is always worth having the necessary respect for it. Not only on the mountain trail ...
