Ignoring the ban, six self driving tourists were trapped when they were 'wild swimming' in the streams of the canyon. In order to effectively strengthen the warning education, the rescue personnel shall recover the rescue expenses according to relevant regulations after rescuing the six people.
The reporter learned from the Hubei public security organ that six tourists in Yichang recently ignored the notice that swimming is prohibited along the way and entering nanjinguan Grand Canyon in flood season. They drove two cars to swim in the stream near the exit of nanjinguan Grand Canyon. Due to the sudden flood in the upstream, the river water level rose rapidly in a short time, and 6 people were trapped in the river, including 1 minor. At the critical moment, some tourists called the police.
After receiving the alarm, Yichang Yiling District public security organ, fire department and other rescue personnel immediately went to the scene for rescue. During the rescue, 3 fire engines, 1 rubber boat, 4 police vehicles, and 54 public security police, fire rescue personnel and relevant staff were dispatched. Subsequently, the public security organ took six people to the police station to inquire and verify the relevant situation.
In order to further strengthen the warning education and effectively reduce the phenomenon of ignoring the ban, the local culture and Tourism Department, in coordination with multiple departments, held a legal conversation with six parties. At the same time, according to the Interim Measures for recovery of rescue expenses for outdoor exploration activities in Yiling District, a notice on recovery of rescue expenses was issued to six parties.