A joint operation between the Carabineros police and the Fire Department led to the rescue of three individuals who had become lost near the Salto del Agua lookout in the upper hills of Valparaíso. The group lost their way on Sunday afternoon and was unable to find their way back to the marked trails.
According to information gathered by Radio Bío Bío, the group was reported missing around 9:00 p.m. on Sunday. Once their disappearance was confirmed, emergency teams were notified to begin search efforts in the area, which is known for its challenging terrain.
High-tech search efforts
The operation continued throughout the early hours of Monday morning. To accelerate the search, volunteers from the Viña del Mar Fire Department joined the mission, deploying drones to assist. This technology proved crucial in mapping the rugged terrain and locating the individuals in an area that is otherwise difficult to access.
Carabineros personnel established initial contact with the hikers during the early morning hours. Once their precise location was confirmed, emergency units carried out extraction maneuvers to bring the individuals to safety.
Following the rescue, the police began standard procedures to document the incident. Authorities have not reported any serious injuries among the rescued individuals, who were brought to safety after being found in the vicinity of the waterfall.