Teenage urban explorers in quarry mud rescue

Five teenagers had to be rescued from a quarry after getting stuck in mud in heavy rain.

Lancashire Police said they had been "urban exploring" but had to dial 999 after they became stranded in Brick Works quarry in Chequer Lane, Skelmersdale.

Five ambulances, four police cars and five fire engines were sent to save the teenagers who were "extremely cold" and suffered minor injuries following the incident on Friday.

Police said its officers waded through "thick, sticky mud", climbed a wall and crawled under fencing to reach the teenagers. Two of them were stuck knee-deep in the mud.

A police spokeswoman said: "While some of the boys had managed to pull themselves out, two were still firmly trapped in the mud.

"It was raining and cold, just two degrees, and they were stuck above their knees with hypothermia being a real risk.

"Although it might seem like a good idea to explore, there are numerous dangers often hidden within these areas such as quick sinking mud, sheer drops, and dangerous equipment."

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