Cornice collapse/Fall Highlands

Cairngorms (Aladdin's Couloir, Coire an t-Sneachda)

Saturday, 17 January 2026

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

Responding team

Lochaber MRT — team website ↗

Source

Climbers rescued after cornice collapses in Cairngorms news · bbc.co.uk

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