Two hikers lost their orientation on Monte Terminio on Sunday 8 November 2026 and were recovered in good health after a joint search involving firefighters, Alpine rescue teams and Carabinieri.
The two people involved were a man and a woman, reported as being from Battipaglia and San Giuseppe Vesuviano. They were walking near Ripa della Falconara when they were no longer able to find their way back independently.
Alert around 6 p.m.
The Avellino Fire Brigade was alerted at around 18:00 after people in the area heard voices calling for help coming from a difficult valley.
Darkness prevented the hikers from returning on their own, despite carrying location devices.
Where it happened
The reports place the incident near Ripa della Falconara, on Monte Terminio. The area where the voices were heard is described as a difficult valley, which prompted the request for assistance to the Fire Brigade.
Who took part in the search
Firefighters from the Montella station took part in the operation, together with Alpine and Speleological Rescue teams and Carabinieri.
The teams located both hikers and confirmed that they were in good health. Neither had injuries, and neither required medical assistance.
Outcome
After being recovered, the man and woman were accompanied to their cars. From there, they returned independently.
The reports do not provide the hikers' names or ages, the exact coordinates of where they were found, or how long the search and recovery operation lasted.
