Hillwalkers at risk by ignoring danger sign

Hillwalkers ignoring a sign warning them to stay away from potentially dangerous paths near the summit of Ireland’s highest mountain are putting themselves in serious danger.

The Kerry Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) is concerned about a rising number of accidents and rescues on the northern and eastern sides of Carrantuohill. The warning sign, with a skull and cross bones, is on the summit of the mountain.

Rescuers say problems mainly arise on the descent, when people go off the beaten track.