
Eight Yeshiva Bochurim Rescued After Getting Lost in Forest Near Tiveriah
Eight yeshiva bochurim, ages 16 to 18, were safely rescued after becoming disoriented during a hike in Switzerland Forest near Tiveriah, authorities said.
The group lost its way while trekking through the wooded area and eventually required assistance. Emergency medical teams from United Hatzalah were dispatched to the scene, where they provided initial treatment and coordinated the rescue operation.
Following efforts to reach the stranded bochruim, all eight were evacuated safely from the area using an off-road utility vehicle operated by the rescue team.
Officials said all of the bochruim were in light condition and did not require further hospitalization.
Earlier in the day, rescue teams were already dealing with additional complex incidents in the northern Dead Sea region, where hikers encountered difficulties along challenging routes.
In one case, three rappellers became stranded at the top of a waterfall approximately 72 meters (236 feet) high in Nachal Tamarim after experiencing a technical malfunction when their rope became stuck, cutting off communication with them due to poor reception in the area.
At the same time, emergency crews were called to a separate incident in Nachal Darga, where seven hikers were reported missing after losing their way.