The Times of India

This family went on a trip to the mountains: What happened next is a safety reminder every parent should know

A family's mountain trip to Zanskar turned alarming when their six-month-old baby showed signs of Acute Mountain Sickness at 15,000 feet. Stranded by a road blockage, the infant became unresponsive due to low oxygen. Prompt intervention with emergency oxygen revived the child, highlighting the vulnerability of young children and the elderly to altitude. Awareness and careful planning are crucial for safe mountain travel with dependents.