Cliff Rescue (2012): In this series of photographs we see how a minor cliff rescue operation is carried out by the Coastguard to rescue a small dog. |
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HF54 JPJ On receiving the 999 call for help, a Coastguard Nissan Navara makes its way to the scene using blue flashing lights. |
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A look at the side of the 4×4 as it parks up at the foot of the cliffs. |
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On the roof is a water rescue craft and inside is rope rescue equipment. |
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The single crew member climbs out and begins to appraise the situation. |
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The team at the top of the cliff set up a tripod that will act an a ground anchor for lowering a cliff rescue team member. |
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The descent begins with bystanders keeping well clear of the winch area. |
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The rescuer makes his way 40 feet down the cliff but is still not near the dog. |
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The ground crew are in radio contact with the clifftop crew and help direct the abseil. |
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One of the coastguard crew signals as the final part of the ascent is made. |
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The rescue is complete and the ecstatic owner is reunited with her errant pooch. |











