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Man rescued after falling off Hufangalupe cliff [1]

Nuku'alofa, Tonga

Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 21:21

Liku, Tongatapu.

A 19-year-old man from Vaini is reported to be in a stable condition at Vaiola Hospital after falling off the Hufangalupe cliffs into the ocean on Saturday, February 23.

Acting Superintendent Sisi Tonga said today the man, who was reported to have been drinking alcohol, was at the top of this cliff at Vaini with others.

He was taking a selfie beside the cliff when he slipped and fell into the ocean.

Police officers and other people managed to track down and rescue the man from the water. No boats were involved in the rescue, said Acting Supt. Tonga.

The man had sustained injuries but was reported to be in a stable condition.

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