Success: Rescue mission in Mourne Mountains said to be a success with all 70 people rescued – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Success: Rescue mission in Mourne Mountains said to be a success with all 70 people rescued




A group of 70 people, including 63 army cadets aged between 12 and 17 were caught badly with inclement weather today in the Mourne Mountains.

A rescue mission was launched which saw divisions of all emergency departments deployed to the scene where some children had injuries to their backs and ankles as well as suffering from hypothermia.

The PSNI have confirmed that all 63 cadets and 7 instructors have thankfully been successfully rescued from the mountainous area.

Share this story with a friend

Share this story

Tell us what you think on our Facebook page