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missing person Highlands Serious incident
Cairngorms
Two hillwalkers became separated in poor weather on the Cairngorms plateau in October 2021. One was missing for over 48 hours before being located by university students and subsequently airlifted to safety by rescue helicopter. Both were reunited safely.
Outcome: casualty found after 48 hours and airlifted to safety by helicopter
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