Mayo Mountain Rescue called to assist hiker descending Nephin
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The casualty was assessed and treated at the scene before being safely evacuated from the mountain by R118.
Last Thursday, May 28, at 12:50 pm, the Mayo Mountain Rescue Team was tasked by An Garda Síochána to assist a group of hikers on Nephin after one member of the party suffered a fall while descending the mountain.
A hill party was immediately dispatched to the casualty's location, and assistance was requested from Coast Guard Rescue Helicopter R118.
The casualty was assessed and treated at the scene before being safely evacuated from the mountain by R118.
The Mayo Mountain Rescue Team extended their thanks to the crew of Rescue 118 for their professionalism and assistance in bringing the incident to a successful conclusion.
Furthermore, the team also expressed their sincere thanks to the Mangan family for their invaluable help in transporting MMRT members during the operation.
In addition, they wished the casualty a full and speedy recovery.