A rescue operation is underway on the Sunshine Coast after a climber was injured on Mount Beerwah early this morning – the second incident on the mountain in just days.
Emergency services were called to the Glass House Mountains peak about 6.20am following reports two climbers needed assistance.
Queensland Fire Department crews are on scene and making their way up the mountain on foot to reach the pair, while the Queensland Ambulance Service is also attending following a report one patient had suffered a shoulder injury.
The incident comes just days after a fatal fall on the same mountain.
On Sunday, emergency services were called to Mount Beerwah just before 10.30am after reports two people had fallen a considerable distance while descending the summit track.
A young woman died from her injuries at the scene, while a man was airlifted to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a life-threatening condition.
Police said the woman’s death was non-suspicious and a report would be prepared for the coroner.
The incidents come as Mount Beerwah remains closed to the public due to dangerous conditions following heavy rainfall.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service has warned the risk of large rockfalls is significantly higher after wet weather, with all access routes to the summit temporarily closed as a precaution.
Today’s rescue is ongoing.
