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tent collapse in high winds Lake District
Angletarn Pikes, Lake District
Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team responded to a camper whose tent collapsed in strong winds and heavy rain at Angletarn Pikes in the Lake District. The team assisted the camper to decamp and walked them back down to their vehicle. The incident highlights the importance of suitable equipment and experience for solo fell-top camping.
Outcome: camper assisted to decamp and walked off uninjured
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