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Seven Tourists Rescued from Australian Cliff Using Arizona Vortex Device

4/24/2026

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Rescuers Deploy Vortex

Rescuers deployed an Arizona-origin vortex device, originally designed in northern Arizona, to protect ropes from the cliff’s sharp edges.
Seven tourists, including three children, were rescued after three hours on a cliff on Australia’s east coast.
Commander Pete Collins warned of 16-foot waves approaching the stranded group.
Volunteer rescuers, trained for similar scenarios, completed the unpaid operation after tourists called police.

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SES Cliff Rescue

The NSW State Emergency Service opted for a vertical cliff rescue after deeming helicopter deployment too risky.
Seven tourists were rescued unharmed after three hours at North Head lookout in Durras, New South Wales.
Commander Peter Collins said it was the largest rescue he had ever taken part in.
Locals thanked State Emergency Service volunteers, noting the tourists left with scratches and good spirits.

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Rescuers Deploy Vortex

Rescuers deployed an Arizona-origin vortex device, originally designed in northern Arizona, to protect ropes from the cliff’s sharp edges.
Seven tourists, including three children, were rescued after three hours on a cliff on Australia’s east coast.
Commander Pete Collins warned of 16-foot waves approaching the stranded group.
Volunteer rescuers, trained for similar scenarios, completed the unpaid operation after tourists called police.

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