A 63‑year‑old British man died in a tragic paragliding accident near the town of Tremp in Catalonia, Spain, authorities said. The incident took place on Wednesday at about 13:30 local time (14:30 BST).
Emergency services were summoned to the Palau de Noguera area after a report of a fall. Rescuers found the man severely injured and provided first aid until medical teams arrived. Unfortunately, the injuries proved fatal.
Palau de Noguera is close to Àger, a popular spot for paragliders and hang‑gliders on the edge of the Pyrenees. Local media suggested the victim may have become tangled in power lines before landing, though the exact cause has not yet been confirmed by officials.
The Catalan government reported that three fire brigades and two medical teams attended the scene. The Mossos d'Esquadra police force coordinated with five citizen‑security and investigation units to secure the area.
The UK Foreign Office confirmed it was supporting the family of the deceased British citizen and that authorities would inform the family through consular channels.
Paragliding enthusiasts and local authorities are watching the incident closely, highlighting the importance of safety checks and adherence to recommended protocols when flying in the mountainous terrain around the Pyrenees.
