INCIDENT 13/2022 – MARCH 5th Sat 16.34 Pennine Bridleway, above Langcliffe, North Yorkshire – Mountain Rescue

A walker (f,67) slipped on mud and sustained an injury to her right ankle. Team members based in the Ribblesdale area responded with CRO2 and our all terrain vehicle, CRO4. Prior to the team’s arrival, a member of a neighbouring team, and his Doctor wife, happened across the incident and rendered assistance. After an assessment and suitable splinting, the casualty was conveyed back to the road at Langcliffe and then transferred to a road ambulance for conveyance to hospital. We wish her well and hope she is able to enjoy the rest of her stay in the area.

Vounteer hours: 36