Tizzano Val Parma, Italy – A paraglider was rescued on Thursday, 21 May 2026, after becoming trapped in trees near Schia, suspended around 15 meters above the ground.

Firefighters were deployed to the scene and arrived with the Bologna air rescue helicopter to assist in the operation.

Using SAF techniques, emergency crews were able to reach the stranded paraglider in the trees.

The individual was then safely brought down to the ground without further incident.

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