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Rescue operation at Schliersee: Drifted SUPs cause an alarm!
On June 25th, 2025 there was a major operation at Schliersee because of drifting SUPs. Rescue workers secured the boards.
Rescue operation at Schliersee: Drifted SUPs cause an alarm!
On Tuesday evening, June 25, 2025, a major alarm broke out for the rescue workers at Schliersee. A passer-by reported two abandoned stand-up paddle boards (SUPs) floating east of the island of Wörth around 8 p.m. It was unclear whether there had been people on the boards beforehand, which resulted in extensive alerting of the water rescue team. This decision was wise because there are many risks and unpredictable dangers in the water that should not be underestimated. Loud Mercury Numerous rescue organizations were involved in this large-scale evening operation, including the water rescue service and the DLRG from Schliersee, Miesbach, Gmund and Tegernsee as well as the fire brigade from Schliersee and Neuhaus. A rescue helicopter was also used.
The concerned rescuers secure the drifted boards and take them to the Schliersee lido as a precaution. A 33-year-old from Schliersee quickly came forward with a boat to identify himself as the owner of the boards. These were apparently borrowed and had not been tied properly when returned; the wind had carried them away. Such incidents are not new at Schliersee. In recent years there have been several major incidents due to abandoned surf or SUP boards. The costs of the operation currently remain unclear, but an appeal from Tobias Hallinger, the operations manager of the DLRG Gmund-Waakirchen water rescue service, is clear: “Owners and landlords should label their boards better in order to avoid future large-scale operations.”
The dangers of stand up paddling
Stand up paddling has become very popular in recent years thanks to offers from discounters and rental stations. But that also carries risks. Loud Extreme emergency Accidents, some of them fatal, involving SUPs have increased. Even calm waters are not without dangers. The most common risks include sunlight, waves, unexpected water movements and cold water temperatures. In addition, many paddlers often underestimate the importance of safety precautions such as wearing a leash or life jacket.
Water rescue is constantly in demand, and the DLRG takes on the central role in the water rescue service in Germany. Around the Seven Lakes, special boards such as the SUP Rescue Board GTS Seal II 10.5 from the water rescue sector are of great importance. These boards are designed for surveillance and rescue, as on Grand Tour Sports is described. It is important to carefully check the carrying capacity and equipment before each tour, as well as to consider the weather conditions and realistically assess paddling skills.
Precautions for Paddlers
- Rettungsweste oder alternatives Rettungsgerät tragen;
- Maximale Tragfähigkeit des Boards beachten;
- Kein Alkohol oder Drogen konsumieren;
- Bei Touren über Hindernisse im Wasser informieren;
- Die Route im Voraus planen und andere darüber informieren;
- Leash tragen, um mit dem Board verbunden zu bleiben;
- Bei schlechten Wetterbedingungen nicht paddeln;
- Regelmäßige Erste-Hilfe-Kurse sind empfehlenswert.
Stand up paddling can be great fun if you take the right safety precautions and are aware of the various dangers. Especially when using rental boards, you should always be aware that a moment of carelessness can quickly lead to a serious incident. Therefore, it is up to each individual to act responsibly and safely enjoy the beauty of the waters.