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base jumping accident Highlands Serious incident
An Teallach, Wester Ross
A base jumper in his 20s was slammed into the north face of An Teallach by a wind gust moments after jumping from the summit ridge. He sustained only minor injuries and was able to climb back to his companions before being evacuated by helicopter. The rescue team noted he narrowly avoided a fatal fall.
Outcome: evacuated by helicopter with minor injuries
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