Hiker dies after suffering heat-related illness at Pico de la Zarza

A hiker aged around 50 died on Tuesday after suffering heat-related health problems at Pico de la Zarza, in the municipality of Pájara.

The incident occurred at around 15:27. The 112 emergency service received an alert reporting that a woman needed medical assistance in the area, which is difficult to access.

Pájara firefighters went to the scene and helped emergency medical teams reach the woman.

The Canary Islands Emergency Service (SUC) dispatched a medical helicopter, an advanced life support ambulance and a basic life support ambulance. When the ambulance crews reached the woman, she was in cardiac arrest.

Medical staff performed advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation, but were unable to restore her vital signs and confirmed her death. After her death was confirmed, the medical helicopter, which was already airborne, was stood down.

Civil Guard officers also took part in the response and carried out the relevant proceedings. Local Police officers assisted the emergency services.