TWO 'inexperienced' walkers who became lost in sub-zero conditions while out climbing Scafell Pike were rescued in a joint search effort on Sunday (February 4).
The men, aged 19 and 21, were reported missing by a family member after they failed to return from their hike on Saturday (February 3).
Police found their car at Seathwaite in Borrowdale and Wasdale and Keswick Mountain Rescue team along with with the assistance of two dogs from the Lake District Mountain Rescue Searchdogs and a coastguard helicopter from Prestwick started a search.
Both were found in the early hours of Sunday by Keswick search dog Isla and her handler, near to Skew Gill.
A spokesperson for Keswick MRT said: "The two were relatively inexperienced, and it was unclear as to what they had in the way of equipment.
"They were cold and lost, but uninjured. They were airlifted down to Seathwaite so they could pick up their vehicle.
"Hillgoers should be aware that full winter conditions apply on the hill, with some patches of deep snow, and should plan accordingly, allowing plenty of daylight for their activities."
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