A young Belgian woman in her twenties has met a tragic end, after falling from the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland. The accident occurred on Saturday at around 1pm, while she was visiting the site with 3 friends. A terrible accident, the circumstances of which have not been revealed in detail…
It’s an unfortunate incident that happened over the weekend. While the young Belgian woman was walking along the cliffs in the Hag’s Head area, she suddenly lost her footing, falling from a height of over 120 metres…
County Clare emergency services were notified immediately, and rushed to the scene to find the young woman… Unfortunately, the rescue operation launched by the Irish coastguard and the RNLI resulted in the discovery of the victim’s lifeless body, creating a stir in Ireland and Belgium…
The young woman was a medical student studying in Edinburgh, Scotland. According to unofficial reports, she was taking a leisurely stroll until she lost her balance…
It’s a terrible accident, and a reminder that the Cliffs of Moher remain a wild, and therefore potentially dangerous, place to be careful.
This type of accident, although not very frequent, has already occurred on the site. A 26-year-old Indian had already lost his life in 2019, having wished to take a selfie too close to the void… In June 2007, a 20-year-old Hungarian also died while taking a series of photos with his friends…
The absence of barriers or safety structures means that travelers must be on their guard. A strong gust of wind or slippery terrain can be dangerous if you’re too close to the void.
Generally speaking, the site presents no risk, provided you avoid venturing too close to the edge. Keep a safe distance of at least 5 to 10 metres to enjoy the cliffs without danger, and keep your children close to you, hand in hand for added safety.
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