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World Service,17 Aug 2020,30 mins

The first date that led to a dramatic mountain rescue

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In 2003, Rachel Colenso and her partner went on a first date climbing Piz Badile in the Swiss Alps. What was meant to be a romantic getaway ended up being a disaster when they were engulfed in a fierce electrical storm and trapped on a narrow, icy ledge with little food and water for three days. Presenter: Emily Webb Producer: Deiniol Buxton Picture: Rachel Colenso Credit: Courtesy of Rachel Colenso

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