Risking everything: Inside Italy’s mountain rescue team

Every year, thousands of hikers, climbers and skiers need emergency assistance in the Alps — Europe’s iconic mountain range. But who comes to their rescue when disaster strikes? DW reporter Diana Piñeros joins Italy's mountain rescue service and an elite helicopter emergency medical team for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of Europe's most challenging jobs. From avalanche emergencies and cliff rescues to helicopter winch operations high above the mountains, this is what it takes to save lives in the Alps. You'll also learn essential mountain safety tips, including what to do if you get lost, how to share your GPS coordinates with rescuers and the most common mistakes hikers make. CHAPTERS 00:00 Thousands need rescue in the Alps every year 00:29 Meet Italy's mountain rescue volunteers 01:47 The people behind the life-saving missions 02:25 Training for the most dangerous rescues 03:10 How to call for help in the mountains 04:50 Mistakes that can turn deadly 05:50 Avalanche rescues: Every second counts 06:53 My first helicopter rescue mission #dweuromaxx #alps #mountainrescue -------------------------------------------- CREDITS Report: Diana Piñeros Camera: Marco Borowski, Simone Bobbio Edit: Namuun Ariunsaichan Supervising Editor: Ruben Kalus -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to DW Euromaxx: https://bit.ly/DWEuromaxx_Sub Would you like to find out more about Euromaxx? ▸Website: https://www.dw.com/english/euromaxx ▸Facebook:   / dw.euromaxx   ▸Instagram:   / dw_euromaxx   DW Euromaxx brings you engaging insights into European cultures and lifestyles.