Walker suffering from exhaustion and vomiting rescued on West Highland Way

A walker who was suffering from exhaustion and had been vomiting was rescued on the West Highland Way.

Lomond Mountain Rescue Team were called to assist a hiker north of Inversnaid on Sunday evening.

They found the casualty to be exhausted, sick and unable to continue.

Given the inaccessible location, a multi-agency response was launched, including rescue boats and mountain rangers from Loch Lomond.

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The casualty was assessed, warmed and transferred by stretcher back to a point where evacuation by boat was possible.

Crews thanked all involved in the coordinated response and wished the casualty a swift recovery.

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