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'Spider-Man of Yemen' dies falling into volcanic crater

'Spider-Man of Yemen' dies falling into volcanic crater

Summary

A man known as the "Spider-Man of Yemen" died after falling into a volcanic crater while climbing without safety gear. Rescuers carried out a dangerous operation to recover his body from the crater.

Key Facts

  • The climber's name was Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, aged 30.
  • He was a social media personality famous for free climbing and stunts.
  • He fell into the Hardah Dam volcanic crater in southwest Yemen.
  • The crater is about 120 meters wide with a hot sulfur lake at the bottom.
  • Rescuers from Yemen's Civil Defence Authority performed a difficult rescue to retrieve his body.
  • Divers found the body about 30 meters underwater inside the crater.
  • The rescue team was praised and promoted for their difficult work in harsh conditions.
  • The Hardah Dam crater has become a tourist attraction in the region.
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