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Activity
Trad rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
Participant rescued. Unknown extent of injuries
Incident
Saw coast guard helicopter land at Logie Head. Didn’t see the fall. Was told about it on my walk back to Cullen past Logie Head. Climber still low above ground so no protection in. Pulled on block which came away. Climber fell back on to rocks below.
Lessons
Leader and lace gear earlier in climb
Causes
Hold breaking
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Passer by
Wearing Helmets?
Unknown
Rescue Services Involved?
Coast Guard
Author
17 March 2024 at 15:24:40
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