Kerry Mountain Rescue Team and Iveragh Coast Guard have were called to the assistance of an injured walker at the foot of Carrauntoohill.
The incident took place in the Hag's Glen area around 12 noon and a unit from the Ambulance Service was dispatched to treat the injured party.
However, due to environmental conditions rescue helicopter 115 was deployed.
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The man was airlifted to University Hospital Kerry where his injuries are thought to be non-life threatening.
