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Yemeni 'Spider-Man' Falls to His Death in Volcano Crater
14 Jun
Summary
- Daredevil fell 120 meters into a volcanic crater without safety gear.
- Body was recovered from a hot, sulfurous lake 30 meters deep.
- Authorities warned adventurers to use appropriate protective gear.
A daredevil adventurer, popularly known as 'The Spider-Man of Yemen,' has died after a fatal fall into a volcano crater. The 30-year-old climber, identified as Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, was scaling the steep, rocky walls of the Hardah Dam volcanic crater in Yemen's southern Dhale province on Friday.
Authorities confirmed that Antar lost his footing and plunged into the 120-meter-deep crater while climbing without any safety equipment. A video captured the harrowing moment of his fall. Rescue teams, including divers, were dispatched and located his body at a depth of 30 meters in the hot, sulfurous lake at the crater's base.
The challenging recovery operation, which took four hours, was complicated by the difficult terrain. Antar had previously gained significant popularity on social media for showcasing high-risk climbs across Yemen's rugged landscapes. In response to the incident, the Civil Defense Authority emphasized the importance of safety procedures and urged all individuals engaged in adventure sports to use appropriate protective gear.
