A day out at Dartmoor’s Hound Tor turned into a three-hour rescue after a girl became trapped between rocks beneath the tor.
Fire crews, cave rescue teams, ambulance crews and an air ambulance were called to the site in Devon after the child’s thigh became wedged between rocks when she slipped while moving down through a tunnel.
A spokesperson for Bovey Tracey Fire Station said: “The crew were able to stabilise and reassure the child as we awaited assistance from the Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team.”
The agencies involved in the “meticulous and delicate” rescue included the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust, the Hazardous Area Response Team, Cave Rescue, Devon Air Ambulance and a specialist DSFRS officer.
The rescue lasted more than three hours as teams worked in hot and arduous conditions.
The girl was eventually freed with minor bumps and scratches.
The spokesperson added: “The casualty was then assessed by ambulance crews before posing for a selfie with the teams that had assisted her out.
“This was a fantastic example of multiple agencies working together toward a successful outcome and we extend our thanks to all those involved.”
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