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Climber rescued from Cannon Cliff in Franconia

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FRANCONIA N.H.- New Hampshire Fish and Game officials say crews ended up rescuing an injured climber on Cannon Cliff Tuesday afternoon.

Authorities say Eric Johansson,65, of Maine was injured when a rock he was climbing was dislodged from the cliff causing him to fall.

Johansson, who is an experienced climber was transported to Littleton Regional Hospital for medical treatment.

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