River rescue at Newby Bridge prompts open water warning by Ulverston fire boss
FIREFIGHTERS have reminded the public of the dangers of open water after a spate of incidents in the county - including a recent ‘life or death’ river rescue. As the warmer weather approaches, fire crews are urging the public to remain vigilant of the open water following a number of serious call outs. The warning comes after a man died in the River Eden near Lazonby over the weekend after falling out of a boat. Fire crews from Ulverston also attended a ‘life or death’ rescue last Wednesday after a pair of canoeists capsized into the fast-flowing River Leven. Gareth Brownson...
Source: thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk