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Rescue Underway After Powered Paraglider Hits Lough Erne Resort Roof

Access to the immediate area is restricted, with the hotel saying the rest of the resort remains open.

Overview

  • Video shared online shows a person on a powered paraglider colliding with a building at the Lough Erne Resort in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, on December 28.
  • The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service was tasked to the scene to rescue the individual from the hotel roof.
  • An eyewitness said the pilot appeared to be attempting to reach a helipad before striking the roof.
  • Lough Erne Resort confirmed emergency services are in attendance and said normal operations continue outside the affected area.
  • Authorities had not provided an official update on the man’s condition at the time of the latest reports.