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lost teenagers Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard
Two teenagers became lost on Slieve Donard in deteriorating weather and darkness after reaching the summit and struggling to descend. The Mourne Mountain Rescue Team attended and treated them for exposure before walking them off the mountain to safety.
Outcome: both teenagers treated for exposure and walked off the mountain safely
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