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Injury/Fall Southern Uplands
Caerketton Hill, Pentland Hills
A mountain rescue team rescued an injured walker on Caerketton Hill after she broke her ankle while slipping. To reach her quickly in poor conditions, rescuers improvised by using a ski tow to ascend the hill before sledging her down the dry ski slope.
Outcome: The injured walker was safely evacuated.
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