Swimmer rescued after falling in Much Wenlock quarry
A man had to be rescued from a pool in a quarry after falling 60ft (18 meters) and suffering serious leg injuries whilst jumping into water yesterday afternoon.
The man was jumping into water at Shadwell Quarry, Sheinton Road, Much Wenlock when he hit the side of the quarry on the way down at around 5.25pm.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “The man suffered serious leg injuries in the incident and was reportedly pulled from the water by other people who were at the quarry.
“The man, believed to be 21 years old, was treated at the scene for leg injuries and received emergency treatment including pain relief. His condition was stabilised and he was airlifted to University Hospital North Staffordshire for further assessment and treatment.
“The air ambulance managed to land at the side of the quarry as close to the patient as possible.”
Water safety warning
Earlier this week police in Shropshire issued a water safety warning, urging people not to be tempted to "cool off" in rivers and pools during the warm weather.
Chief Inspector Dave McWilliam, based at Shrewsbury, said: "Every summer, during hot spells, the police receive reports from concerned members of the public about people swimming or playing in rivers, pools and lakes.
"The River Severn in particular is extremely dangerous with fast under currents and very cold water. Over the years, there have been a number of tragedies where people have drowned having gone into the water for a swim or to cool off."
"The waters may appear inviting on a hot day but don't be tempted. They are extremely dangerous and under no circumstances go swimming there."
He urged people to be sensible and remain safe. "You might consider yourself a strong swimmer but this hasn't prevented people from getting into difficulties in the past. The only safe place to swim are the swimming baths."
