Paraglider crash landing

NCI Newhaven called HMCG after seeing a paraglider crash land in front of Newhaven Fort. The paraglider was caught up in bushes at the edge of the cliff. Watchkeepers from NCI Newhaven observed from the cliff top while Birling Gap Coastguard Rescue Team assisted from West Beach, along with the Fire Brigade. The casualty was able to recover themselves safely, with just a few minor injuries.

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