Category : Search result: Scottish mountain rescue
Teen survives frostbite in Utah canyon winter storm
A 16-year-old boy miraculously survives severe frostbite after becoming trapped overnight in a treacherous Utah canyon during a devastating winter storm, sparking a dramatic mountain rescue operation.
Murray blasts SNP's 'divisive' independence focus
New Scottish Secretary Ian Murray launches blistering attack on SNP's independence agenda, vowing to make devolution work and prioritise public services over constitutional battles.
Scottish workers pay highest taxes in UK
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's progressive tax system is penalising ambition and creating the highest tax rates in Britain, with middle-earners facing unprecedented financial pressure.
Hero uses JCB digger to save man from drowning in river
In an incredible display of quick thinking, a construction worker used a JCB digger to rescue a man struggling in a swollen river in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
Heroic Rescue Saves Dog From California Storm Waters
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Swinney's Indyref2 Plan: Empty Rhetoric Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Government's independence plan is in disarray, with even First Minister John Swinney appearing directionless on the path to Indyref2 amid growing internal confusion.
British couple's Tenerife climbing nightmare ends in rescue
A dream holiday to Tenerife turned into a nightmare for British tourists who attempted to climb Mount Teide without proper preparation, leading to a dramatic mountain rescue operation.
Swinney: SNP Must Become 'One Scotland Party'
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney makes bold commitment to transform SNP into more inclusive political movement, reaching beyond traditional nationalist base to unite the country.
Swinney refuses to resign after SNP election setback
SNP leader John Swinney vows to continue leading Scotland's government after failing to secure majority in Holyrood elections, facing opposition challenges and internal party pressure.
Missing US tourist search on Isle of Skye
A massive search operation is underway for 77-year-old US tourist Robert Cameron, who vanished from the Sligachan area of the Isle of Skye. Police Scotland has deployed multiple resources including mountain rescue teams and a coastguard helicopter.
SNP wealth tax plans create confusion in Scotland
Exclusive analysis reveals the SNP's controversial wealth tax proposals are creating widespread confusion and concern across Scotland, with experts warning of economic consequences and implementation challenges.
John Swinney accused of being 'out of touch' on priorities
Scottish First Minister John Swinney faces mounting criticism for focusing on independence while Scotland grapples with NHS waiting lists, education gaps and economic challenges, with opponents branding his approach 'detached from reality'.
Conquering the Inaccessible Pinnacle: Fear & Glory
An intimate account of one climber's terrifying yet glorious ascent of Sgùrr Dearg's infamous Inaccessible Pinnacle, revealing the raw emotions and breathtaking rewards of Scotland's most daunting peak.
SNP Unveils Holyrood 2026 Strategy at Conference
The Scottish National Party charts its course for the 2026 Holyrood elections, focusing on independence messaging and policy renewal amid internal debates and leadership challenges.
Everest Miracle: Four Hikers Survive Harrowing Ordeal
Against impossible odds, four hikers trapped on Everest's treacherous slopes survived a harrowing 48-hour ordeal before a daring high-altitude rescue mission brought them to safety.
Swinney branded 'tired nationalist' in Holyrood clash
First Minister John Swinney faces furious Holyrood confrontation as opposition leaders attack his government's record and temperament in heated exchange.
Scottish Government losing public trust, Curtice reveals
Exclusive analysis by Professor Sir John Curtice shows declining Scottish confidence in Holyrood's handling of health, education and economy as constitutional debates intensify.
Swinney's Stark Warning on Scotland's Economic Future
Scotland's Deputy First Minister issues urgent economic assessment, revealing critical challenges facing the nation's finances and public services.
Chinese climbers rescued from Everest's north face in Tibet
In a tense high-altitude operation, Chinese authorities rescued two stranded mountaineers from Mount Everest's treacherous north face in Tibet, highlighting the ongoing dangers of the world's highest peak.
Everest Blizzard Rescue: All Hikers Safely Evacuated
In a dramatic high-altitude rescue operation, all climbers trapped on Mount Everest by a ferocious blizzard have been brought to safety after being stranded for days in treacherous conditions.
Arizona Hiker Rescued From Extreme Heat Emergency
A dramatic rescue operation saves an Arizona hiker from life-threatening heat exposure as temperatures soar to dangerous levels in the Sonoran Desert.
Bodies found in Mount Tosc ravine tragedy
Italian rescue teams make heartbreaking discovery in Mount Tosc ravine after extensive search operation in treacherous alpine terrain
Everest Blizzard Nightmare: Dramatic Rescue Saves Climbers
A daring mountain rescue operation on Mount Everest saved multiple climbers caught in a sudden, violent blizzard at 27,000 feet, highlighting the extreme dangers of high-altitude mountaineering.
Two climbers killed in Julian Alps avalanche tragedy
A devastating avalanche in Slovenia's Julian Alps has claimed the lives of two climbers near the summit of Toska, prompting emergency responses and raising questions about mountain safety.
Hundreds trapped on Everest as rescue missions halted
Exclusive eyewitness accounts reveal desperate scenes on Mount Everest as extreme conditions leave climbers fearing burial alive while rescue missions remain grounded.
Everest Blizzard Rescue: Climbers Saved From Death Zone
Exclusive report reveals how multiple mountaineers were dramatically rescued from Mount Everest after being trapped by a sudden, violent snowstorm at extreme altitudes.
British Climber Trapped in Everest Death Zone Rescue
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Mount Everest as a British mountaineer and several others fight for survival in the treacherous 'death zone' during dangerous weather conditions.
British cavers rescued after 30-hour underground storm ordeal
Dramatic 30-hour rescue operation saves six cavers trapped underground by flash flooding from Storm Amy in the Yorkshire Dales. The experienced potholers were dramatically winched to safety in a complex overnight mission involving multiple mountain rescue