Saved Twice: Young Man Gets Stuck at 3,788 Meters on Mount Fuji, Forgets Phone During Rescue, Returns Days Later to Retrieve It and Is Rescued Again

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 28/04/2025 at 20:29

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Young Ignored Safety Warnings And Suffered Altitude Sickness During Attempt To Retrieve Forgotten Phone On Summit

A 27-year-old Chinese university student needed to be rescued twice on Mount Fuji, in Japan, last week. The unusual situation began when the young man, inexperienced in climbing, lost part of his equipment and got stuck near the mountain’s summit.

First Rescue: Loss Of Essential Equipment

The first rescue occurred last Tuesday. The student was found at about 3,788 meters of altitude, according to information from authorities relayed to CNN.

He had lost his crampons, essential accessories that allow for safe crossing in icy terrain. A helicopter was used to take him to a safe location.

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Risky Attempt To Retrieve Phone

Even after the rescue, the student decided to return to the mountain. According to authorities, he climbed again to try to recover the phone he had forgotten at the summit. The new attempt, however, ended similarly: another rescue was necessary.

Altitude Sickness Worsens Situation

According to CNN, the young man managed to reach approximately 3,900 meters of altitude, equivalent to about 9,842 feet.

However, he began to suffer from altitude sickness. This condition occurs when the body cannot adapt quickly to the decreased oxygen level at high altitudes. Symptoms include disorientation and breathing difficulties.

The student’s recklessness was further highlighted by the fact that both of his climbs occurred outside the official climbing season for Mount Fuji.

As the mountain’s website warns, the 2025 season is scheduled to start only in early July and end in early September. Currently, the climbing trails are closed, and many of the signage boards have been temporarily removed.

Mount Fuji: Beauty And Constant Risks

Mount Fuji is considered one of Japan’s main tourist destinations. During the summer months, hundreds of thousands of people climb the mountain to enjoy the view and the experience.

Located near Tokyo, Mount Fuji is also an active volcano, which requires constant care and monitoring from authorities.

This year, Japanese authorities have reinforced safety guidelines in case of an eruption. The presence of visitors outside the season increases the risks of accidents and complicates the work of rescue teams.

The student, whose name has not been disclosed, received help on both occasions without serious injuries. Authorities have not commented on whether there will be punishments or future restrictions for the young man following the incidents.

With information from Xataka.

Saved Twice: Young Man Gets Stuck at 3,788 Meters on Mount Fuji, Forgets Phone During Rescue, Returns Days Later to Retrieve It and Is Rescued Again

Young Ignored Safety Warnings And Suffered Altitude Sickness During Attempt To Retrieve Forgotten Phone On Summit

First Rescue: Loss Of Essential Equipment

Risky Attempt To Retrieve Phone

Altitude Sickness Worsens Situation

Mount Fuji: Beauty And Constant Risks

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Saved Twice: Young Man Gets Stuck at 3,788 Meters on Mount Fuji, Forgets Phone During Rescue, Returns Days Later to Retrieve It and Is Rescued Again

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