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fatal waterfall fall Lake District Serious incident
Moss Force, Newlands Hause, Lake District
A man died after slipping and falling a considerable distance down Moss Force waterfall near Newlands Hause in the Lake District on 2 August. Emergency services and off-duty medical professionals attended, but despite their efforts the man could not be saved. The incident involved a multi-agency response including mountain rescue teams, air ambulance, ambulance service, police, and fire service.
Outcome: casualty died from injuries sustained
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