Missing Harris hills walker found
A 62-year-old walker has been found after spending the night on the hills on Harris.
The alarm was raised on Tuesday afternoon after the man became separated from his walking party at around 3.30pm.
A land and air search was conducted in the Clisham area, but was stood down at around midnight due to poor visibility.
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Hide AdHe was located today at around 8.40am and was airlifted to Western Isles Hospital on Stornoway.
A Police Scotland spokesman said: “A 62-year-old man from outwith the Highlands and Islands was reported missing in the Clisham area.
“The clouds had come down which caused concerns for his safety. There were a few members in the walking party and the clouds cut off visibility.
“Hebrides Search and Rescue were contacted to assist in the search and coastguard teams also attended.”