Dangers of playing in a Quarry

Good Evening

Last night Lancashire Police, alongside colleagues from North West Ambulance and Lancashire Fire and rescue have been called to the Brick Works quarry on Chequer Lane. Skelmersdale due to concerns for a group of Teenagers. They thought it would be a good idea to trespass into the quarry area and ultimately became stuck in the mud. 

This put a significant strain on emergency services with 4 police patrols, 5 fire pumps and 5 ambulances attending to save the teenagers from being stuck in the mud.

It was pitch black, the weather last night was very cold and it was raining heavily. The rescued teens although muddy and extremely cold have suffered minor injuries. Due to the weather and the temperature amongst other dangers within the quarry the outcome of this could have been much worse especially if the teenagers had not had a mobile phone. Due to the remote location and time of day, nobody would have know they were stuck.

I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the dangers within these areas. Although it might seem like a good idea to explore, there are numerous dangers often hidden withing these areas such as quick sinking mud, sheer drops, and dangerous equipment. 

Not to mention the strain and cost on the emergency services who have had to be diverted away from other incidents due to the stupidity of a small number of people.

Please ensure you stay away from these areas and avoid putting yourself in any unnecessary danger.

Take care and stay safe

South RTF