Swiss Air Rescue Reports 30% Surge in Holiday Emergency Calls

Rega conducted 240 rescue missions during New Year period, marking significant increase from previous year

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Rega conducted 240 rescue missions between December 31, 2024 and January 2, 2025
Over half of Rega's missions were for winter sports accidents
Air Zermatt performed 112 helicopter rescue missions between December 24 and January 2

30%

Increase in rescue missions compared to previous year

51

Air Zermatt ambulance missions during holiday period

2,100

Air Zermatt helicopter missions in 2024

"The beautiful mountain weather once again drew many people to the slopes at the turn of the year"
— Rega report

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Surge in Holiday Emergency Calls

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