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cragfast climbers Snowdonia
Llech Ddu Spur, Snowdonia (Carneddau)
Two climbers from a four-man group became cragfast on Llech Ddu Spur in Snowdonia during winter conditions and required rescue by Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue. The other two members of the party descended and left their companions behind. Both cragfast climbers were brought to safety by helicopter-assisted rescue in a four-hour operation.
Outcome: two climbers rescued by helicopter and rope handlines; reunited with party
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