'Crash Landing' Sequel? Korean Paraglider Rescued After Getting Stuck In Tree In Sabah
He drifted off-course because of wind conditions and other technical problems.
By Tamara Jayne - 30 Jan 2024, 01:36 AM
Cover image via Daily ExpressA South Korean paraglider was rescued after getting stuck in a tree about 50m above the ground in Menggatal, Kota Kinabalu
According to Sabah's Daily Express, 50-year-old Cha Woo Sung took off from the renowned Kokol Hill on Sunday, 28 January, but had veered off course due to wind conditions and other technical problems.
He then found himself entangled in a tree.
Image via Daily Express Malaysia
Sabah's Fire and Rescue Department were alerted to the incident and dispatched a team of firemen to rescue him
Cha was reportedly found approximately 1km from his take-off spot.
According to The Star, Lintas Fire Station chief Agustavia Joe Guasi said Cha was suspended midair for about 40 minutes before firemen managed to bring him down to safety using a lowering method.
He was safely brought down and did not suffer any injuries from the incident.
