Hungarian police rescue teen from chimney and 81‑year‑old surfer on Lake Balaton

In Hőgyész, a 19‑year‑old man climbed a 40‑metre abandoned chimney and threatened to jump. Police Sergeant Bálint Hegedűs used crisis‑communication techniques over the phone, calming the youth, who then safely descended and was taken to hospital.

At Lake Balaton, an 81‑year‑old surfer became exhausted and could not reach shore. Water police boarded his surfboard, lifted him onto their vessel and brought him to safety, reminding the public of heat‑related risks and safety guidelines for water activities.