A pair of climbers in the Lake District were airlifted to safety.
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team was called out to Broad Stand last Sunday, November 16, at around 12.20pm.
The climbers were unable to descend safely.
The team said: “A full team callout was made quickly, alongside helicopter support from the Coastguard helicopter, and more support from Duddon and Furness Mountain Rescue Team.
“Although the helicopter was initially diverted, it later returned and successfully winched both casualties from the crag.
“They were transferred to the valley without injury. This saved significant effort and time from the teams and rescued the walkers from their predicament much more quickly. Thanks to the helicopter crew for their help.”
The helicopter was diverted as Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team received a second callout at around 1.35pm.
A walker had slipped and sustained an ankle injury near Great Lad Crag, and could not weight bear.
Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team said: “The helicopter was able to land on scene, and picked up the two walkers and their dog.
“They were flown back to the valley bottom to be received by team members.
“After an assessment they were transferred to their own vehicle. We hope the walker recovers quickly from his injury.”
