| Name | Age | Sex | Injuries | Injured areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayshner, Lynn M. | 20 | Female | Sprain, bruises | Ankle, legs, back |
| McCloud, Theresa | 21 | Female | Twist, bump | Neck, head |
Lynn M. Wayshner (20) and Theresa McCloud (21), both members of Sligo Grotto, were climbing the two 15-foot ladders out of Shelta Cave. Wayshner reached for a rung, not realizing she was already at the top, and on losing her balance, fell over backwards. She bounced off Theresa McCloud, who was at the landing at the top of the first ladder, and then landed on the jagged rocks and glass below.
Wayshner received a severely sprained ankle and bruises on her legs and back. McCloud had a twisted neck and a bump on her head. After resting awhile, the women were helped up the ladder by Jim McCloud. A belay was used.
Analysis: A belay could have prevented the fall.
Source: Report by Lynn M. Wayshner.
This record was last updated on 27th Apr 2024 at 23:11 UTC.