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injured walker with suspected broken leg Highlands Serious incident
West of Merkland Lodge, between Kylesku and Merkland Lodge, north-west Highlands
A lone hillwalker suffered a suspected broken leg in remote terrain west of Merkland Lodge in the north-west Highlands and was airlifted to hospital by HM Coastguard helicopter. The walker activated a personal locator beacon and was praised for being well-equipped with shelter and extra clothing, which helped ensure their safety during the rescue.
Outcome: casualty airlifted by HM Coastguard helicopter and transported to hospital
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