- Incident
- 78 in 2026
- Type
- Full Callout — Injured & Medical
- Location
- Scafell Pike
- Weather
- Cloudy Summits, Cold, Drizzle
- Other Agencies
- Cumbria Police, North West Ambulance Service
- Diagnosis
- Medical
Cumbria Police received a call regarding a child who had become cold high on Scafell Pike. The family had taken shelter and were able to begin warming the child. Race organisers from a fell race taking place on the mountain were quickly on scene and provided immediate assistance.
MRT deployed to support and met the family during their descent. Once at the car park, the child was checked by Ambulance staff, found to be well, and discharged. The family were then able to return to their holiday accommodation.
Although it is July, conditions high on the fells can still be cold, especially in wind, rain, or low cloud. Hypothermia remains a real risk year‑round, even after periods of very hot weather like we experienced last week. Always carry warm layers, waterproofs, and enough food and water for everyone in your group.
Incident started at 14:19 and ended at 19:07 making 4.8 hrs in total. There were 16 Wasdale team members involved and the incident occured at NY 21129 07416. Total rescuer hours: 77
