Three power workers who have become stranded in snow in their vehicle above Fort Augustus have been told to stay in their vehicle until rescuers arrive on scene
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Wind farm workers who have become stranded in snow in their vehicle are being urged to stay where they are until mountain rescuers get to them.
The Cairngorm Mountain Rescue team are trying to reach the workers who have become stranded on a road near the Stronelaig Windfarm connection site due to heavy snow.
A spokeswoman for the project said: “We can confirm that, due to extremely heavy snowfall, access roads to and from the Stronelairg connection site are currently closed and all works are suspended.
“Due to continued challenging conditions, three team members are currently located in a stationary vehicle between a satellite building and the main accommodation block. These individuals are safe, their location is known and lines of communication are open.
“In line with our emergency plan, we are taking all possible steps to ensure the safety and welfare of these individuals including, as a precaution, enlisting the support of Cairngorm Mountain Rescue.
“Our focus is on ensuring the continued welfare of all of our operational team whilst we continue to work to clear access routes.”
