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Activity
Sport rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
No injury
Incident
People sitting on a ledge at the base of the cliff, which is underneath an overhang so partially covered. Climber was climbing directly above on a well-travelled climb, and dislodged a decent chunk of rock that fell down. It landed between the legs of someone sitting directly underneath the climber, who was not wearing a helmet. The rock that dislodged had shown signs of polished and had clearly been there a while.
Lessons
Don't sit underneath climbers, regardless of any natural protection that the cliff may give. Wear a helmet when going underneath climbers. Don't take polished/well travelled routes for granted and understand that rocks can still come down.
Causes
Falling rock, snow, ice or object
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Observer
Wearing Helmets?
No
Rescue Services Involved?
Author
8 June 2023 at 12:02:04
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