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under-equipped walkers stuck in winter conditions Highlands Serious incident
Ptarmigan Ridge, Ben Lomond
A group of three inexperienced walkers became stuck in winter conditions on Ptarmigan Ridge, Ben Lomond, during a seven-hour rescue operation. One casualty sustained a minor injury from a fall on ice, and the group was rescued by 22 volunteers from Lomond Mountain Rescue Team after being provided with microspikes and guidance down the mountain.
Outcome: all casualties rescued and brought to safety; one treated for minor injury
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