When big bombs knock you off your feet, can't help getting swept away. In all seriousness currently typing with 9 fingers due to falling around 300-400 feet after getting knocked out. Completely obliterated my finger on a harsh impact, it was way beyond saving. Had pins put in, many months of intense therapy, and many evaluations from a lot of hand specialists. After arthritis kicked in and my finger further degenerated, amputation was the only reasonable option.
Fate is not always in your hands no matter how hard you try, how fast you run, and how deep you duck. Fortunately the crags are a lot more graceful. Dean Potter and many other reputable climbers have ran into bad luck. Even the best don't always make it out.