Yambung, Oct. 26 -- Quick action by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) personnel at their remote Border Out Post (BOP) Yambung West Sikkim ensured the safety of a foreign tourist who suffered from high-altitude sickness this afternoon.

The incident occurred at the SSB post, which is situated at a challenging altitude of 12,246 feet. A group of eight individuals, including three foreign tourists (two female and one male), one guide, two cooks, two helpers, and one yak rider, had arrived at the post.

One of the female tourists, Ms. Nicole Horner, soon began complaining of breathing difficulties, symptoms commonly associated with high-altitude conditions.

Upon being informed of the emergency, ASI/GD Bukul Sonowal, the In-Charge of BOP Yambung,...