THE COMMUNITY is celebrating a 'miracle' woman's return home.

Chloe Austin broke multiple bones and suffered organ damage in an incident involving a fairground ride at the Barrow Island festival Fudstock on August 28.

The 20-year-old was transferred to Royal Preston Hospital in a critical condition following the accident, where she remained until the end of November.

The nursing student suffered two gashes to the head, a broken nose, two broken collar bones, a broken left elbow, three broken ribs, a shattered pelvis, a leg fracture as well as organ damage to her bladder, bowel, spleen, and liver.

After a total of three months in the hospital, including three weeks spent in a coma, Chloe was given the news she could return home.

Anne Lowther said: "Good luck with your continuing recovery Chloe."

Jo Livesey Holmes said: "What fantastic news ! Such a miracle and an inspiration to all .Wishing you the very best Christmas with your family."

Jane Gray said: "Lovely to hear that you are home, wishing you a speedy recovery and good luck in your Nursing."

Eileen Wearing said: "What an amazing young lady you are . Keep on progressing as you are love."

Naomi Crawshaw said: "Lovely news so glad you’re on the mend… Hope you have the best Christmas surrounded by your loved ones."

Julie Higgs said: "Chloe you are just a amazing young girl so pleased you are home for Christmas with your family and you more than any I no deserve the best Christmas ever Happy Christmas beautiful girl to you and your amazing family."

Paul Griffiths said: "This is lovely news, for Chloe and her family but has also given the whole town a lift."

Lori Robinson said: "Glad you are home, you have been so brave in your recovery, best wishes to you and your family Chloe."

Her mum and dad also showered her with love.

Phil Austin said: "Dad loves you so much my little warrior."

Sharon Davies said: "Mam's little "MIRACLE " Love you so much."