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Paraglider Rescued After Crashing Onto Lough Erne Resort Roof in Enniskillen

The luxury resort reopened to the public after the rooftop rescue.

Overview

  • Emergency services were alerted shortly before 1pm on Sunday, with NIAS logging a 12:49pm 999 call and NIFRS noting a 12:51pm special service call.
  • Firefighters, including the Specialist Rescue Team and a turntable ladder, used ropes and ladders to reach a man trapped on the second-floor roof.
  • The casualty was handed to ambulance crews for on-scene treatment and was transported to South West Acute Hospital.
  • Lough Erne said bookings were unaffected, restricted access was limited to the incident area, and full public access resumed after crews left.
  • Video of the impact circulated online, and an eyewitness said the pilot appeared to be aiming for the resort helipad.