Two people who got lost this Sunday (26) in Cachoeira do Cantão, in Nova Veneza, in the south of Santa Catarina, had to be rescued by the Aeronave do Saer (Air Police Service) of the civilian police. The rescue took place around 5:30 pm.

A couple is rescued by helicopter after getting lost in a ‘dangerous’ waterfall in New Venice – Photo: Saer/Sarasul/Disclosure/ND

The 37-year-old man and 35-year-old woman had only minor abrasions and were released after being treated by the Sarasul Brigade (Serviço Aeromédico do Sul Santa Catarina), rescuers said. The fire department also provided support.

Because it was a hard-to-reach place, abseiling was used to rescue the victims, meaning one of the agents with a rope attached to the helicopter descended to the place where the two people were. The action was filmed (see below).

The duo suffered minor abrasions and were treated at the scene – Video: Saer/Sarasul/Disclosure/ND

Kantan Falls (South Carolina)

The waterfall is one of the main attractions of New Venezia. According to the mayor’s office, it is necessary that visits be accompanied by guides specialized in ecotourism.

The trail is of low to medium difficulty and is uneven and bumpy in places. Some points require more attention due to the presence of stones and wood.