A devastating incident unfolded at Strinesdale Reservoir in Oldham, where a woman tragically lost her life after entering the water. Emergency services were called to the scene following reports of a person in distress.
Despite the swift response from rescue teams, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released further details about the victim or the circumstances leading to the tragedy.
Emergency Services Respond
Police, fire crews, and paramedics rushed to the reservoir after receiving emergency calls. Witnesses reported seeing emergency vehicles lining the area as teams worked to recover the woman from the water.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed the fatality and stated that an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the incident.
Warning Over Water Safety
Local officials have issued a stern reminder about the dangers of open water, particularly as warmer weather approaches. Reservoirs and lakes may appear inviting, but hidden risks such as cold water shock and strong currents can prove fatal.
"We urge the public to exercise extreme caution near open water," said a fire service representative. "Even on hot days, temperatures below the surface can be dangerously low."
The tragedy has left the community in shock, with many expressing their condolences on social media.
