A significant emergency response unfolded at a dockyard in Methil, Fife, after a person suffered an injury from a fall on Sunday. The incident was reported at approximately 12:10 PM, prompting immediate action from local emergency services.
Emergency Response Teams Mobilized
Multiple emergency units were dispatched to the Harbour View area. The response included:
- Scottish Ambulance Service
- Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
- Coastguard Rescue Teams from Leven and Kinghorn
- RNLI Kinghorn lifeboat
Two fire engines and a specialized rope rescue team were among the initial responders to the scene. The prompt arrival of these teams highlighted the urgency of the situation.
Casualty Recovery
According to a spokesperson from the Coastguard, rescuers quickly located the injured individual. They were transferred into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service for further medical treatment. The spokesperson confirmed that the teams operated effectively to ensure the casualty received urgent assistance.
This incident underscores the preparedness and coordination among emergency services in Fife, ensuring rapid responses to emergencies at local docks.
