{
  "id": 13915737,
  "title": "WSAR rescues Stellenbosch student after slipping 4m on wet rock",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/wsar-rescues-stellenbosch-student-after-slipping-4m-on-wet-rock",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-12T09:06:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/news/wsar-rescues-stellenbosch-student-after-slipping-4m-on-wet-rock/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "A Stellenbosch University student was rescued by helicopter after slipping approximately four metres down a wet rock face at Second Waterfall Ravine in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve on Friday. The incident occurred when the 20-year-old lost his footing while scrambling towards the upper waterfall, resulting in injuries that prevented him from continuing the hike. A call for help was made by fellow hikers, prompting WSAR teams, including Stellenbosch Fire and Rescue, and the Western Cape Government Health and Wellness Emergency Medical Service’s Air Mercy Service (AMS) helicopter to respond. The helicopter successfully hoisted the injured student to safety, with ground teams assisting the remaining hikers to exit the ravine. WSAR spokesperson Murray Williams praised the group for their quick decision to call for help and cautioned hikers about the dangers of wet rock, emphasizing the importance of careful assessment of conditions and avoiding unsafe terrain.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}