man fallen into water Peak District

Dovestones Reservoir

Sunday, 25 December 2022

A man became separated from companions whilst walking at Dovestones Reservoir on Christmas Day and fell into Chew Brook. He was located by police helicopter and ground officers, then assisted by Oldham Mountain Rescue Team volunteers who helped him to safety. He was assessed and transferred to hospital for further checks.

Outcome: casualty escorted to safety, assessed, and handed over to ambulance service for hospital transport

Responding team

Oldham MRT — team website ↗

Source

Mountain rescue crews called out on Christmas Day to save man who fell into water at nature reservoir news · manchestereveningnews.co.uk

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