An climber was rescued for the second time in four days after returning to Mount Fuji, Japan, to look for his belongings.
Last week, the 27 -year -old Chinese student made an emergency call when he began to feel the effects of altitude near Mount Fuji peak, which is the highest mountain in Japan, with 3,776 meters.
He was rescued by a helicopter, but his climbing equipment was damaged during the descent.
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Just four days later, he decided to return to the Fujinomiya trail, about 3,000 meters high, hoping to recover his cell phone and other objects left behind.
But upon returning, the student suffered a new episode of altitude evil and was found unable to move by another climber in the area.
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Police authorities pointed out that although climbing trails are officially opened only from July to September, there are no penalties for those who choose to climb out of the season.
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The student’s case generated discussions on social networks, with many asking him to be held responsible, especially for his second request for ransom.
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Although there are no rates or penalties associated with the rescue of climbers, the situation raised questions about the responsibility of mountaineers regarding adverse conditions.
Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2013, is an icon of Japan and attracts more and more climbers.
To control overcrowding and risks associated with hasty climbing, local authorities have implemented an entry rate and boundaries in the number of visitors on the most popular trails, as well as planning similar rules for other main trails this year.
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Low temperatures and snow, even in spring, make the climb even more challenging, and local authorities ask all the climbers.
