Man injured in 'significant' fall in the Cairngorms
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A climber was stretched off the Cairngorms earlier tonight after suffering a 'significant' fall.
The man, in his 30s, fell an unknown distance in Coire an t-Sneachda.
Around the same time, in a separate incident, a woman, in her 50s, was injured on the lower slopes of 4084ft high Cairn Gorm.
The incidents stretched Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team who sent 25 members between both incidents.
Willie Anderson, deputy leader of the team, said both calls came in around 2pm.
"The climber was with companions and fell in Coire an t-Sneachda. We don't know how far at this stage but it was a significant fall," said Mr Anderson.
"He suffered leg and chest injuries and we managed to stretcher him to the car park for onward transportation by ambulance.
"A coastguard helicopter from Prestwick took the woman - who had a suspected broken leg after a slip - to an ambulance. It was cold and the wind was gusting up to 50knots - which affected both rescues. With them happening at the same time, that was another factor, but the team coped well."
It is believed the injured pair were to be taken to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness.
Their condition is unknown.
The corrie is a popular destination for climbers, primarily because of its easy accessibility from the Cairngorm Mountain ski centre and the relatively reliable snow and ice conditions throughout the winter season.
