A visitor (f, 46) fell near the top of the steps up the side of Malham Cove, sustaining a head injury. YAS requested assistance in moving the patient from the accident site to the air ambulance helicopter. This was already on scene before CRO was alerted, so the crew stood the team down, rather than delay the evacuation. Volunteer hours <1
Undeterred by her experience on Whernside the previous day and underestimating the challenge, particularly of the descent, a walker reached the summit of Ingleborough but felt unable to begin the rocky descent. A passer-by called for help and a small team drove up Fell Lane, Ingleton, to Crina Bottom. They continued on foot and were delighted to find that three other walkers had selflessly supported the lady down over the…
A distressed walker with medical problems was encountered by other people as they reached the summit of Whernside. Thanks to the support of several walkers, she reached the top of the steep descent path. CRO members then took over the support for the slow, safe walk down to a team Land Rover. This returned her to her weekend accommodation. Volunteer hours: 15
The team were called by North Yorkshire Police to a report of an overdue caver in the Gaping Gill system. Whilst the Duty Controller was making initial enquiries the reporting person got back in touch to confirm that the caver was now safely back on the surface. No action was needed by CRO.
