The hiker was treated at the scene while teams awaited the arrival of an ambulance.
An injured hiker has been rescued from the Slieve Bloom Mountains
They were found with a serious leg injury by Laois Civil Defence on Saturday afternoon, and were treated at the scene by medics.
The hiker was then extracted by the team, where they awaited the arrival of an ambulance.
Laois Civil Defence say they were assisted by Gardaí and members of the South Eastern Mountain Rescue Association.
Gardaí are also advising people to be vigilant if hiking in adverse conditions, and to always carry a phone.
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