Wastwater – Sun 11th Aug 2024

A late night call from Cumbria Police from an informant who was concerned for the safety of someone in the water who was screaming. Calls of this nature result in many emergency services attending, including mountain rescue as we have a boat and medical capability. A local team member quickly Read more…

Mitredale – Sat 10th Aug 2024

An urgent call was received from North West Ambulance Service about a male walker in cardiac arrest. Helimed 58 and land ambulances were tasked by NWAS and a full callout initiated. A team member in the area was asked to attend direct. The helicopter medical crew was first on scene Read more…

Lingmell – Fri 2nd Aug 2024

A call was received from Cumbria Police about a lone walker who had fallen and injured his leg, had lost the path and was not equipped for the weather, which had deteriorated significantly with torrential rain arriving. He was concerned for his safety. The initial location description was described as Read more…

Burnmoor Tarn – Sat 27th Jul 2024

A late night call was received from Cumbria Police. A fell runner undertaking an organised long distance event had sustained a suspected ankle fracture. After some initial uncertainty on location it was confirmed that she was on the Burnmoor Tarn path, with Wasdale the quickest access point. The team was Read more…