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Walker Rescued From Cliff Edge on Jurassic Coast
12 Jun
Summary
- A walker was rescued from a precarious cliff position.
- Coastguard teams and police responded to the incident.
- An eagle-eyed passerby alerted authorities to the danger.
A walker was successfully rescued from a dangerous cliffside location on the Jurassic Coast near Lyme Regis on Thursday afternoon. Coastguard teams from Lyme Regis and Beer, along with police, were dispatched following reports of someone in a precarious position. The individual was stranded on the cliffs east of Lyme Regis.
Coastguard teams in dry suits made their way to Monmouth Beach to reach the walker. A coastguard helicopter was also brought in to assist with the operation. A member of the public with sharp eyes spotted the walker in trouble and immediately contacted emergency services.
Authorities emphasized the importance of public vigilance, stating that the quick actions of the passerby were crucial in ensuring the rescue could be carried out safely. The rescued individual did not require any medical attention and was subsequently handed over to the care of the police.
