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stranded walkers Southern Uplands
Pentland Hills
Tweed Valley Mountain Rescue Team responded to two walkers stranded on the Pentland Hills after dark on Monday evening. The team of 18 volunteers located the couple within an hour; they were cold but otherwise uninjured. The incident highlighted the importance of carrying appropriate navigation and safety equipment during shorter daylight hours.
Outcome: walkers located and assisted, no injuries reported
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