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06 Dec 2025

Breaking: Multi-agency rescue operation underway in the Bluestack Mountains

The Irish Coast Guard R118 helicopter crew are assisting Donegal Mountain Rescue team

Breaking: Multi-agency rescue operation underway in the Bluestack Mountains

UPDATE: Injured walker airlifted from the Bluestacks Mountains

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A rescue operation is underway in the Bluestack Mountains in south Donegal. 

A spokesperson for the Coast Guard service confirmed to Donegal Live that the R118 was dispatched to assist the Donegal Mountain Rescue Team on Sunday afternoon. 

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The operation is taking place in the Townawilly / Barnesmore area. 

No further information is available at present. 

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