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Medical Emergency/Injury Lake District
Red Tarn to Glenridding (Helvellyn)
A mountain rescue team was alerted via an Apple Phone emergency activation regarding a walker in difficulty on the path from Red Tarn to Glenridding. The casualty was initially reported as dehydrated, exhausted, and with a head injury. Following assessment at the scene, the individual received treatment and was safely stretchered down to Greenside.
Outcome: Treated at scene and safely evacuated
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