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exhausted walker Lake District
Red Tarn
A 16-year-old male walker became exhausted due to heat whilst on Red Tarn and was unable to continue. Penrith Mountain Rescue Team provided phone support and reassurance to enable him to safely descend to Glenridding.
Outcome: casualty safely descended with remote support
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