Bear Grylls Update Rescue Plane has Taken Off
December 9, 2008
As I posted earlier Man VS Wild Star Bear Grylls has had a serious accident while on expedition in Antarctica. The accident happened on Saturday and the logistics and the weather has hampered getting a medivac in to get him out. The nearest place to launch such a flight is Capetown and we understand that a plane is now airborne attempting to make the trip.
Well the rescue plane is finally in the air.
I am so relieved and all credit must go to the BMC, Assistance International and Fortis insurance.
Orchestrating rescue to Antarctica during such freak cold and windy conditions like we have seen here is not easy.
Nothing is assured whether the plane can actually land but it is now in the good Lord’s hands.
I really am beginning to struggle now with the pain in my shoulder and it has been four almost sleepless nights. Thank you everyone involved with this rescue again….and I am so sorry for getting injured in such an impossible place.
Journey Antarctica 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bear and all those involved who are attempting to bring this to a safe end. Additional updates will be posted here or check out fellow blogger Jason A. Hendrick’s blog The Adventurist that is also following this story as it unfolds.
Post by Dan McLaughlin AKA Moose
Moose Droppings is a place that chronicles my journey, Ill explore new places and ideas Ill learn new things and Ill teach the things Ive learned to others. Join me on the adventure and hopefully it will help you in your outdoor endeavors.
