Civil Guard searches for a woman and her granddaughter missing in Asturias
The Civil Guard has launched a search operation to locate a 67-year-old woman and her 8-year-old granddaughter. Both went missing on Saturday afternoon while hiking in the area of the Cruz de Priena, located in the municipality of Cangas de Onís, Asturias.
The rescue operation began shortly after the report of their disappearance was received. Specialized mountain teams and Civil Guard officers are scouring the terrain, which is characterized by being a mountainous area with difficult access. Search efforts have intensified over the last few hours in an attempt to determine their whereabouts as soon as possible.
Authorities have requested public cooperation from anyone who may have been in the area over the weekend. Although weather conditions have been a factor to consider, emergency teams remain hopeful that both will be found in good health as the hours pass.
This incident has caused great concern within the local community and among hiking enthusiasts in the region. The Cruz de Priena is a place frequently visited by tourists and locals alike, so authorities are urging extreme caution when engaging in outdoor activities, especially when traveling with minors.
The search remains active this Sunday with the support of aerial and ground resources. It is expected that further details regarding the progress of the investigation and the status of the two missing persons will be provided in the coming hours.