Pic by Helen Robinson. You can read the story of Helen’s rescue here.
Mountain Rescue England & Wales says it “Encourages individuals to get outdoors“ while cautioning them to not to take any unnecessary risks, and stay well within their capabilities as the coronavirus poses a threat to the resilience of the volunteer service.
“Being outdoors has all sorts of health benefits – mental and physical,” says Mike France, Chairman of MREW ”However, at the moment, we ask people not to take any unnecessary risks. If they are going to go out, they should walk, climb and cycle well within their capabilities so that they’re more likely to stay safe.”
The public can play a role in helping us to provide an effective service, says Mike: “If people do require assistance but suspect they may have Covid-19 or have been in contact with someone who has it then MR asks them, please, to tell the Police this information as soon as they can when calling 999 for help. That way, teams can be prepared.”
Of course accidents happen even in familiar terrain, as the recent experience of 1000-miler Helen Robinson testifies, and teams of these selfless and often heroic volunteers are there to answer the call.
