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Farmer trapped by hay bale saved by phone app what3Words

Quick-thinking rescuer uses what3words to direct emergency services

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Rescuer used what3words app to alert emergency services the the trapped farmer
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Rescuer used what3words app to alert emergency services the the trapped farmer

A Nottinghamshire farmer trapped under half a tonne of hay was rescued after a quick-thinking neighbour used an app to guide emergency services to the remote rural location. The farmer, known only as...

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