A warning has just been given out on Radio 2 news bulletin regarding bad conditions on the Lake District summits, in particular Helvellyn.
They`ve warned of avalanche conditions because of unconsolidated snow resting on ice mainly on the east faces.
You can guarantee now that there will be even more folk venturing out there after hearing this news than if they`d said nothing at all.
I`ve just rung the Lake District weatherline ( 08700550575) and these reports are confirmed, deep snow above 500m together with a -16* windchill. They have warned people to stay away until the snow has become safe and then should only be attempted with full winter gear including ice axes and crampons.
I feel the chaps at mountain rescue will be having a busy day tomorrow.
Rich
They`ve warned of avalanche conditions because of unconsolidated snow resting on ice mainly on the east faces.
You can guarantee now that there will be even more folk venturing out there after hearing this news than if they`d said nothing at all.
I`ve just rung the Lake District weatherline ( 08700550575) and these reports are confirmed, deep snow above 500m together with a -16* windchill. They have warned people to stay away until the snow has become safe and then should only be attempted with full winter gear including ice axes and crampons.
I feel the chaps at mountain rescue will be having a busy day tomorrow.
Rich