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Activity
Sport rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
No injury
Incident
Climber ascending route pulled of a microwave size chunk of rock which split in two. Rock fall narrowly missed the belayer.
Lessons
Helmets are highly recommended.
Route now marked as dangerous.
Causes
Falling rock, snow, ice or object, Hold breaking
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Observer
Wearing Helmets?
No
Rescue Services Involved?
N/A
Author
21 September 2020 at 18:30:05
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