04/07/2026
❌ THREE CALLOUTS ❌ 04/07/26
Today proved to be a very busy one for the team, who were called to three separate incidents in quick succession.
The first began to unfold shortly after lunchtime, when the team were tasked to assist a hillwalker experiencing a serious medical episode on Goatfell. Fortunately, they and their companions were well equipped for the wet weather and had recently completed a first aid course, which really helped while awaiting our arrival. The team provided first aid before evacuating the casualty from the hill by Argo Cat.
As team members headed onto the hill for this callout, we became aware of a second incident involving a hillwalker who had become cut off by a river in spate in North Glen Sannox. Working alongside our colleagues in the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, we were able to get warm layers to the casualty before they were lifted to safety by the Coastguard helicopter. Huge thanks to both agencies for their assistance in what was a complex situation.
While team members were dealing with these two incidents, we were notified of a third hillwalker who had become lost while descending Goatfell. Thankfully, team members from the first incident were able to be redeployed, locate the casualty quickly, and bring them safely off the hill.
Despite it being July, we are currently experiencing a spell of very wet weather, and ground water levels remain exceptionally high. River crossings, even on well-established routes, can become hazardous very quickly, so please take extra care when out on the hills.
