A rock climber was winched to safety after plunging off a perilous sea cliff.
A rescue helicopter was called in to reach the casualty who fell over 30ft.
A lifeboat and cliff rescue teams also attended.
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It happened at Heatherslade Bay near Swansea, Wales, as reported by Need To Know.
A coastguard spokesperson said: “A rock climber has been winched to safety by an HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopter after falling as far as 30 feet from the cliffs at Heatherslade Bay.
“Coastguard Rescue Teams from Mumbles, Oxwich and Rhossili were sent, along with an HM Coastguard Rescue Helicopter and RNLI lifeboats from Horton and Mumbles.
The casualty was lifted by helicopter and conveyed to a Welsh Ambulance Service vehicle on the cliff for onwards medical care.
“Rocky coastlines and caves are fun to explore but can be incredibly dangerous and unstable.
“Try coasteering with a registered provider.
“They will provide the necessary training and equipment to make the experience both safe and enjoyable.”
The rescue took place on Sunday, (7 Sept).
A spokesperson for Mumbles lifeboat added: ” At 3pm, both lifeboats were launched to assist with an incident involving a cliff faller at East Cliff, Southgate.
“In difficult conditions, both crews provided water safety cover to Coastguard teams and the helicopter as the casualty was evacuated by HM Coastguard Rescue 187.
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