"Emergency services were called to the scene at 7.30pm after the individual fell an estimated 50 feet near the cliff paths. The operation involved the Howth unit of the Irish Coast Guard, Howth RNLI, Dublin Fire Brigade and its paramedics, along with Rescue 116, the Dublin-based Coast Guard helicopter. In a statement, the Coast Guard said the casualty was winched aboard Rescue 116 and transferred to a designated landing zone where they were met by medical teams before being taken to hospital."
""On Wednesday evening, our Howth Coast Guard team, alongside Howth RNLI, Dublin Fire Brigade, and their paramedics, responded to an individual who had fallen about 50 feet near the cliff paths," the Irish Coast Guard at Howth said. "The casualty was winched aboard Rescue 116 and transferred to a landing zone for hospital transport. Big thanks to all involved. "Just a reminder to stay on marked paths and be cautious near cliffs. If you see someone in trouble, call 112 or 999 Irish Coast Guard.""
An individual fell about 50 feet near the cliff paths at Howth and sustained serious injuries. Emergency services responded from 7.30pm, including the Howth unit of the Irish Coast Guard, Howth RNLI, Dublin Fire Brigade and Rescue 116 helicopter. Rescue 116 winched the casualty and transferred them to a designated landing zone where medical teams awaited before hospital transport. Gardaí assisted at the scene but were not the lead agency. Rescuers commended coordination among volunteer crews, Coast Guard and Dublin Fire Brigade. A safety reminder urged staying on marked paths and calling 112 or 999 for coastal emergencies.
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