Two youths rescued from Hollingworth Lake

Date published: 18 May 2014


Two youths had to be rescued this evening (Sunday 18 May) after they became stranded on a raft on Hollingworth Lake.

The water unit from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) was called to rescue the youths.

A spokesman for GMFRS said: "The water unit from the fire service rescued them from the middle of Hollingworth Lake. Both boys were checked over and were OK.

"A good outcome after a hot day."

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service rescue two youths stranded in the middle of Hollingworth Lake
Photo: Aysha Saeed

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service rescue two youths stranded in the middle of Hollingworth Lake
Photo: Zoe Renshaw

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