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Helicopter rescue near Cala Rajada: 60-year-old hiker brought down after ankle fracture

How Mountain Rescue Works in Mallorca

In Mallorca, mountain rescue usually involves firefighters, rescue teams and medical staff working together.

Published: April 23, 2026
Helicopter rescue near Cala Rajada: 60-year-old hiker brought down after ankle fracture

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What happens during a mountain rescue in Mallorca?

A mountain rescue in Mallorca usually involves several services working together, including firefighters, mountain rescue teams and medical staff. The injured person is stabilised on site, then moved carefully to a vehicle or helicopter if the terrain makes a normal evacuation difficult. From there, an ambulance usually takes over for hospital transport.

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