Sky dining mishap in Kerala leaves tourists stranded 120 ft up; rescue underway
Sky dining mishap in Kerala leaves tourists stranded 120 ft up; rescue underway
Four tourists were stranded about 120 feet above ground in a sky-dining restaurant near Munnar after a crane malfunction, with rescue teams rushing to bring them down.
In Kerala's hill country near Munnar, a sky-dining restaurant hoisted four diners to enjoy a panoramic view of Anachal village. A crane malfunction left them suspended about 120 feet above the ground, triggering an emergency operation that is still under way.
Rescuers used ropes and lowering gear as onlookers filmed the scene. Crew members climbed carefully to reach the diners, with the restaurant staff coordinating with authorities to ensure a safe descent.
A fire official noted that the restaurant management did not immediately seek help from fire and rescue services, raising questions about response protocols. Despite the hiccup, crews have worked to secure the guests and bring them down safely.
The incident highlights the risks associated with sky dining experiences in hill stations and may prompt tighter safety checks on such attractions. The four diners, who were not named, were reported to be in good spirits after the descent, with medical checks as a precaution.
Kerala's popular tourist belt continues to draw visitors, but incidents like this remind authorities to balance excitement with safety and supervision of adventure-based attractions.
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