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Emergency services respond to sick diver





Emergency services have responded to an incident in the Bluemull Sound.

Coastguard said a diver was in distress and may need to be treated for decompression sickness.

The coastguard rescue helicopter landing at Clickimin. Photo: Jim Mullay
The coastguard rescue helicopter landing at Clickimin. Photo: Jim Mullay

An ambulance is currently at the scene alongside, coastguard and a R900 helicopter from Sumburgh.

It is understood the diver may be taken to Aberdeen for treatment.


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