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Heat exhaustion/stroke Lake District
Small Water, Mardale Head
A female walker was reported suffering from signs of heat exhaustion near Small Water on Mardale Head. The rescue team advised the casualty's party to keep her cool and remained on scene until support arrived. The casualty was subsequently transferred via coastguard helicopter to an ambulance at Mardale Head.
Outcome: Medical assistance provided; casualty transferred to ambulance.
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