Motorcyclist rolls over in Wheelie” in Imst – injured person taken to hospital!

Motorcyclist rolls over in Wheelie” in Imst – injured person taken to hospital!

A sad incident occurred on Saturday evening in Imst, Tyrol, when a 30-year-old motorcyclist had an accident during a dangerous "wheelie". The driver, who was only riding on the rear wheel, lost control of his motorcycle and overturned after hitting a traffic island. The exact nature and severity of his injuries remain undetermined, but it is clear that he required immediate medical attention.

An attentive witness to the accident rushed to help, provided first aid and immediately contacted the emergency number. The emergency services took the injured driver to Zams Hospital for first aid, where he received further medical treatment. Unfortunately, accidents like the one that occurred in Imst are not uncommon, especially with the summer temperatures that tempt many people to ride their motorcycles.

First aid for motorcycle accidents

Given the increasing number of motorcycle rides in the warm season, it is important to familiarize yourself with the correct first aid measures. Incorrect assumptions about how to handle helmets after an accident can have serious consequences. Chief physician Berndt Schreiner from the Lower Austria Red Cross points out that in cases of unconsciousness the helmet should be removed to prevent suffocation. To ensure proper first aid, first responders should know how to safely remove the helmet and perform appropriate resuscitation measures. This expertise is also taught by the Red Cross in first aid courses and is of great importance in saving lives.

The Red Cross has also published helpful tips on helmet removal and resuscitation that you should definitely take to heart. This includes stabilizing the injured person's head, opening the visor and the closure and gently removing the helmet. If a motorcyclist is no longer breathing normally, immediate chest compressions are essential.

With this incredible situation in mind, we would also like to call on you to drive responsibly and with a watchful eye on the roads. Holidaymakers and locals in Tyrol should always be aware of the dangers of motorcycling and take the necessary precautions. This is important not only for your own safety, but also for the safety of all road users.

In addition to this incident, there is also a local initiative looking for the Pet of the Year to honor the bonds between humans and animals. This shows how important it is to find joy and hope in the community, even in exceptional situations and difficult times.

We hope that the injured motorcyclist gets well soon and wish all motorcyclists safe journeys.

Here are some useful links for further information: Allgäuer Zeitung, Mein District, Red Cross.