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Climber Rescued After Fall at Derbyshire Quarry
28 Apr
Summary
- A climber was rescued from a quarry in Derbyshire after an accident.
- The climber fell five metres and sustained an arm injury.
- Mountain rescue team members provided first aid and pain relief on site.
A climber sustained an arm injury after falling five metres during an ascent at Hoffman Quarry, near Buxton, Derbyshire. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, prompting a call for rescue services.
Responders from the Buxton Mountain Rescue Team arrived at the scene shortly after 13:40 BST. They provided immediate medical attention, including first aid and pain relief, before immobilizing the injured limb with a splint.
Following treatment, the climber was carefully placed on a stretcher. The rescue team then transported the individual to a waiting ambulance, ensuring their safe evacuation from the quarry site.
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