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group stranded in poor visibility Highlands
Beinn Achaladair, Bridge of Orchy
A 10-year-old girl and her mother and aunt were descending Beinn Achaladair in August 2022 when thick mist suddenly descended with zero visibility. After waiting an hour for conditions to improve, the mother made the decision to call 999 for assistance. A coastguard helicopter successfully evacuated the three climbers after an initial attempt was aborted due to high winds.
Outcome: all three evacuated by rescue helicopter
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