Hiker Rescued in Comeragh Mountains | Waterford News

A hiker suffered a serious leg injury in the Comeragh Mountains near Coumshingaun, prompting a dramatic rescue. SEMRA responded swiftly, trekking up with gear and calling in Rescue 117 for a helicopter airlift. Medics stabilized the hiker on the ground before winching them safely to the chopper, which flew them to Waterford by 4:07 PM. The team wrapped up by 5:52 PM, everyone back down safely. Along the way, rescuers spotted smoke from the Slievenamon fire — a stark reminder of the unpredictable dangers in the wild. SEMRA praised the Tipperary Fire Service and honored all emergency crews for their grit and speed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ea6450ae422e96ae