Heatstroke in Andratx: Swiss Man Collapses After Hike

On Monday afternoon, a tourist from Switzerland collapsed in Andratx after a hike, with a history of epilepsy. He was taken to a private clinic in Palma.

Heatstroke after hike in Andratx: emergency at the harbor

On Monday afternoon, an alarming incident occurred in Andratx: a tourist from Switzerland suddenly lost consciousness shortly after returning from a hike with his family. Local residents and passersby described busy scenes at the quay, sirens, and several helpers who reacted quickly.

What exactly happened

According to eyewitnesses, everything happened around 3:00 p.m. near the Club Náutico de Andratx. The family had apparently returned from a tour to Sant Elm when the man suddenly collapsed. Several people – including staff from the boat club and officers of the local police – provided first aid until the emergency services arrived.

The man is epileptic, said a bystander at the scene. Eyewitnesses described short, feverish seizures, then loss of consciousness. Because of the severity of the situation, the person affected was taken to a private clinic in Palma, according to information circulating on-site.

Possible causes and quick assessments

The combination of an exhausted hike, high outdoor temperatures, and an existing epilepsy condition is cited as a possible explanation. The word "heat stroke" came up several times in discussions; I personally saw people cooling their foreheads and offering water. Such events happen faster than many think: dehydration and overheating can trigger or worsen seizures in predisposed people.

How the helpers reacted

The local police were quickly on the scene until the ambulance arrived. After brief stabilization, the man was taken to the clinic. Passersby praised the measured conduct of the club staff – a woman held a fan for the injured person in the shade, others looked after the relatives.

Tips for hiking in hot weather

A few practical tips, because this incident can be easily avoided: drink plenty, take breaks in the shade, adjust the route to the time of day, and inform companions about health conditions. For known conditions such as epilepsy, you should also have medications and contact details at hand.

Finally: We wish the affected person a speedy recovery. Official details, such as the exact health condition, were not published by the clinics at first. Those who were on site remember the quick help—and how important attentiveness and calm are in such a situation.