Weekly First-aid Topic: Beware of "dangerous temptations" when visiting “wild attractions”
From:Beijing Municipal Health Commission
Date:09/15/2023

In recent years, some "wild attractions" with insufficient management and protective measures have become popular on the Internet. News about tourists encountering dangers and even safety accidents due to "ticking off" internet-famous sites are common. Tourists visiting undeveloped scenic spots without authorization may not only face natural disaster risks such as floods, mudslides, or landslides, but may also suffer injuries, sprains, falls, disappearances, and other casualties.

Formal scenic spots generally have systematic safety protection and sound supporting facilities, such as formal roads, emergency plans, medical and health protection, and specialized management teams. However, undeveloped scenic spots are often "innately deficient", mostly lacking protection and regular management. Some "wild scenic spots" are even in disaster risk areas. When sudden disasters or accidental injuries occur, it is difficult for tourists to find timely assistance. Besides, the information channels of "wild attractions" are not smooth, causing lack of public information and safety tips. Tourists could only collect risk information based on media reports, internet posts, platform searches, etc. Lack of risk information and delayed warning information have greatly increased the risk of accidental injuries.

Here are some tips from Beijing 120. It is necessary to be alert to safety risks and stay away from “wild scenic spots”. When travelling, everyone should put safety first and be the first person responsible for their own health. You could accumulate self-rescue and mutual rescue knowledge and skills on a daily basis, take safety precautions before traveling, and stay away from dangerous areas. It is recommended to choose regular scenic spots, plan your itinerary reasonably, and follow the safety warnings and guidance of local professionals in the scenic spots to ensure safe travel. Once an unexpected situation occurs, you should stay calm when dealing with it. If necessary, please call 120 in time to obtain professional medical assistance as soon as possible.