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Daily Record
5 hours ago
- Daily Record
Mountain rescue team scrambled to two emergencies in 48 hours on Scots mountainside
Volunteers from Killin Mountain Rescue Team were called out to two incidents on Beinn a' Chroin, near Crianlarich, in less than 48 hours. Killin Mountain Rescue Team were called into action twice in less than 24 hours to assist stranded walkers on the same mountainside. Police Scotland contacted the team around 2.30am on Tuesday, August 12, following a report from a man who had lost his way on Beinn a' Chroin, near Crianlarich. The police swiftly located the man's car, enabling the rescue team to focus their search on Beinn a' Chroin and An Caisteal. A spokesperson for Killin MRT stated: "We had eight team members who responded and worked closely with the HM Coastguard helicopter, Rescue 199, to search the common routes on and off the mountains, and we located the male who was uninjured coming off of Beinn a' Chroin." He was airlifted back to the rendezvous point and the rescue team were stood down at 9.15am. However, the team were back in action just over 12 hours later, at around 10.35pm on Tuesday, August 12, when they were called back to Beinn a' Chroin after an exhausted walker requested police assistance. The woman was unable to descend the mountainside and the team were once again brought in. The Killin MRT spokesperson said: "Our assistance was requested to get the female off the hill. The female was able to provide us with her location, so only four team members responded, given she was uninjured, and were assisted by the gamekeeper from Glen Falloch estate who assisted in taking team members as close to the location as possible using an ATV. "The female was assisted off the hill and team members stood down around 3am. " Just over 12 hours later, the volunteers were called into action once more to help rescue a 21-year-old man who plummeted a 'significant distance' onto rocks at Bracklinn Falls, sustaining injuries. The Killin MRT spokesperson said: "What a few days it's been for the Killin Mountain Rescue Team! We were called out by Police Scotland Forth Valley three times in just 48hours. "These recent incidents highlight the vital role our team plays as the dedicated first responders for mountain rescue in our area. Our highly trained volunteers drop everything to help, whether it's a high-level mountain emergency or a complex multi-agency rescue for a person who has fallen. "Our continuous training is what allows us to respond effectively, no matter the situation. A big thanks to Scottish Ambulance Service and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service for working so well with us." The team also provided essential advice for those venturing into Scotland's hills and mountains. Amongst their recommendations, they suggest: Always ensure you have a fully charged phone and ample torch power, along with an extra battery pack. For mountainous or rough terrain walks, don't solely depend on your phone for navigation. Carry a map and compass and be proficient in their use. These skills are crucial. Even on brief, well-trodden walks, pay attention to conditions and wear suitable footwear. If you find yourself in a sticky situation, don't hesitate to dial 999 and request the Police, followed by Mountain Rescue.
Daily Record
5 hours ago
- Daily Record
Man rushed to hospital after falling 'significant distance' at Scots beauty spot
The air ambulance was called to the scene after a man reportedly fell a "significant distance" at Callander's Bracklinn Falls, injuring himself. An air ambulance was scrambled to a Scottish beauty spot after a 21-year-old man plunged "a significant distance down an embankment" on to rocks. Emergency services dashed to Bracklinn Falls, in Callander, Perthshire, on Wednesday afternoon. It came after reports that someone had slipped and hurt themselves at the spot around 2pm. Police Scotland requested help from the Killin Mountain Rescue Team (Killin MRT), due to the location of the injured man. Nine volunteer members of the mountain rescue team attended the scene. A Killin MRT spokesperson said: "Nine team members responded as part of a multi-agency response and set up a rigging system to haul the stretcher and casualty back up the embankment, and we were assisted by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. "Once clear of the Falls, the casualty was handed over to the Scottish Ambulance Service for further medical treatment. The team stood down around 6.20pm." A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 2.20pm on Wednesday, 13 August, 2025, we were made aware a man had fallen onto rocks at Bracklinn Falls in Callander. 'Emergency services attended and the 21-year-old was taken to hospital for treatment.' A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "We were alerted at 2.15pm on Wednesday, 13 August, to reports of a person in difficulty at Bracklinn Falls, Callander. "Operations Control mobilised two appliances and a number of specialist resources to the scene. 'Crews worked with emergency service partners to bring the casualty to safety before being handed into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service. "Firefighters left the scene at 5.20pm after ensuring the area was safe." The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) sent two ambulances to the scene, along with the air ambulance. The injured patient was subsequently transported to hospital by ambulance. A spokesperson for the SAS said: "We received a call at 2.06pm on Wednesday, August 13, to attend an incident at Bracklinn Falls, Callander. "We dispatched two ambulances, three special operations response teams (SORT), and an air ambulance to the scene. We transported one patient to Forth Valley Hospital."
