A climber has been found dead near the Spilios Agapitos refuge on Mount Olympus. A rescue operation by the fire department was promptly launched to recover the body.

Initial reports indicate that the climber, believed to be a foreign national, was discovered unconscious by another climber on a trail.

Fire Department Operation

The fire service was notified, and a rescue mission involving 13 personnel from the 2nd and 8th EMAK units, as well as the fire service from Litochoro, is currently underway to transport the body of the unfortunate man.

According to public broadcaster ERT, initial information suggests that the climber was alone and was attempting an ascent near the Spilios Agapitos refuge.