Incident
Slipped on Descent route and broke leg
Lessons
None
Activity
Trad rock climbing
When
Descending
Injury
Serious injury requiring medical treatment
Causes
Slip, trip or fall
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Participant
Wearing Helmets?
Yes
Rescue Services Involved?
Ambulance crews and other climbers at the crag
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