Tragedy struck as a man in his 60s lost his life following a skiing accident on a 4,000ft mountain peak.
The incident occurred on Aonach Mor near Ben Nevis when the man sustained severe injuries during a fall at approximately 2pm on Tuesday. Immediate response from emergency services led to his transfer to a medical facility where he eventually passed away on Wednesday, February 18. Authorities confirmed that no foul play was suspected in the man’s demise.
A statement from a spokesperson of Police Scotland highlighted the sequence of events: “On Tuesday, 17 February, 2026, at around 2pm, a distress call was received regarding a man injured in the Nevis Range vicinity near Torlundy. Prompt action from emergency teams resulted in the man being rushed to the hospital, where he later succumbed on Wednesday, 18 February, 2026. No suspicious circumstances were reported, and a comprehensive report will be forwarded to the Procurator Fiscal.”
In light of recent incidents, a mountain rescue team from the police issued a warning urging climbers to exercise caution and ensure they are adequately equipped due to the hazardous terrain that has claimed multiple lives.
The Tayside Mountain Rescue Team emphasized the importance of proper gear and skills, stating: “Today, the Team responded to two separate distress calls involving groups of hill walkers facing challenges due to inadequate equipment, worsened by icy conditions in a similar area. In winter conditions, it is crucial to have the necessary tools like ice axes and crampons and possess the expertise to utilize them effectively.”
The team highlighted the escalating number of incidents attributed to the steep slopes, combined with challenging underfoot conditions, that individuals have attempted to navigate with insufficient preparation.
Over the weekend, authorities and volunteers from the Tayside Mountain Rescue Team were summoned to three distinct emergencies on Corrie Kilbo in Glen Doll. These incidents involved groups of walkers encountering severe difficulties while descending from the Munros ‘Mayar’ and ‘Driesh’ back to Glen Doll via the ‘Kilbo Path’.
Constable Morgan, leader of Tayside’s Police Mountain Rescue Team, shared insights on the challenging conditions, emphasizing the risks of slipping on the icy slopes and stressing the necessity of proper winter skills and equipment for safe mountain activities during this season.
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