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walkers stuck in bad weather Lake District

Helvellyn, Striding Edge

Two walkers became stuck on Helvellyn in deteriorating weather and low cloud on 3 February. Patterdale Mountain Rescue located them near Birkhouse Moor and provided warm clothing and torches before escorting them safely off the mountain.

Outcome: walkers escorted safely off the mountain, provided with warm clothing and torches

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