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Octogenarian rescued after falling down embankment

Woman left shaken but uninjured

An 82-year-old woman who fell down a steep embankment this lunchtime has been rescued by fire crews.

Firefighters from Ramsey, along with specialist rope and water rescue teams, carried out the operation.

They say she was shaken by the incident, but was not injured, and was able to go home for a cup of tea afterwards.

Crews were in attendance for around 30 minutes.

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