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Cornice collapse/Fall Highlands Serious incident
Cairngorms (Aladdin's Couloir, Coire an t-Sneachda)
Two climbers required rescue after a cornice collapsed in Aladdin's Couloir within Coire an t-Sneachda on Saturday. Members from the Assynt Mountain Rescue Team were first to the scene and provided initial treatment before transferring the individuals via helicopter.
Outcome: Rescued with injuries
Teams involved
Sources
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