A KAYAKER who had become stuck in a tree was rescued by emergency services.
Fire crews responded to a call received by the coastguard that a kayaker had become stuck in a tree by Bridge Street, Christchurch.
The kayaker had fallen into the water and clambered up a tree as he was unable to get up the bank.
Crews from Christchurch were mobilised as the nearest appliance and supported by Tech Rescue coming from Poole.
The casualty was located and accessed through a private garden.
Crews used a triple extension ladder and water rescue PPE to perform the rescue.
Assistance was provided by Dorset Police, South Western Ambulance Service and coastguard teams from Southbourne and Poole.
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