A rescue operation involving the air ambulance and coastguards is ongoing at Swanpool Beach in Falmouth this afternoon after someone fell onto rocks.

Emergency services are currently at the scene to help a person who has suffered possible injuries.

Falmouth Coastguard said that the person only fell a short distance but that the air ambulance and paramedics were attending.

Ambulance staff called for back up from coastguards due to the location of the casualty.