Italy: Falling Rock Smashes Into Climber As Dramatic Mountain Rescue Unfolds In Italy.

Abbadia Lariana, Italy - July 12, 2026 A rescue operation was launched late Saturday afternoon at Piramide Casati after three climbers were involved in an accident during an ascent. A rock that broke away from the top of the wall struck one member of the climbing group. The injured climber was recovered by a medical rescue helicopter and transported to hospital. The two remaining climbers were left stranded at a position on the wall with only one rope available. Fire service helicopter rescuers aboard the Drago 151 helicopter reached the pair and brought them to safety.