How did Suzanne Dyer survive a 30ft waterfall fall?

Suzanne Dyer survived by landing in the recovery position after hitting a ledge, which broke her fall and prevented severe head trauma.

Where did the waterfall incident in the Brecon Beacons occur?

The incident occurred at the Four Waterfalls beauty spot in the Brecon Beacons, Wales.

What injuries did Suzanne Dyer sustain after her 30ft fall?

Suzanne Dyer sustained serious injuries to her arms, ribs, pelvis, and legs, including a shattered elbow and fractured pelvis.

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Mother Survives 30ft Waterfall Plunge in Brecon Beacons

19 Jan

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Summary

Woman fell 30ft from a waterfall path in the Brecon Beacons.
Suffered severe injuries but miraculously survived the fall.
Rescued by emergency services and an ex-royal marine.

Mother Survives 30ft Waterfall Plunge in Brecon Beacons

A woman has miraculously survived a 30ft fall down a waterfall in the popular Four Waterfalls beauty spot in the Brecon Beacons, Wales. Suzanne Dyer, 50, slipped from a path, enduring severe injuries to her arms, ribs, pelvis, and legs. She was airlifted to Cardiff Heath Hospital.

Her ex-husband described her survival as a medical miracle, noting she was hypothermic upon arrival. He suggested that landing in the recovery position and hitting a ledge may have broken her fall, preventing head trauma. Despite being an experienced hiker, the path's narrowness may have contributed to the accident.

Multiple emergency services, including the coastguard and air ambulance, responded swiftly. Ms. Dyer underwent reconstructive surgery for her elbow and arm on January 2, followed by surgeries for her pelvis and spine two days later. Fractures were repaired, ensuring long-term stability without paralysis.