Passenger rescued after ‘falling' from ferry off Scottish coast
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A PASSENGER has been rescued from the Firth of Clyde after falling from a ferry.
The incident happened shortly after 1.35pm today on the Troon to Brodick route.
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A passenger has been rescued after falling into the sea from a ferry
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The incident happened on the Troon to Arran route
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The CalMac service, operated by the MV Alfred, sent a rescue craft to save them.
They were picked up by the speedboat and the ferry is making its way back to Troon harbour.
The person's condition is not yet known but it is understood that they were conscious when they were rescued.
An online update from CalMac read: "Due to an emergency incident on board, MV Alfred's arrival in Brodick will be delayed."
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