A MARRIED couple who died at a waterfall beauty spot have been described as “devoted, selfless and loving”. Rachael and Helen Patching, 33 and 52, will be remembered for “their en…
The families added in a statement: "We would like to thank all those who have provided such generous support and guidance, including the unwavering commitment of the Brecon Beacons Mountain Rescue volunteers, the police, National Police Air Support, Mid and West Wales Fire Service, National Resource Wales, the Welsh Ambulance Service and Powys County Council for helping so selflessly at such a difficult time.
Experienced hillwalker Phil Evans, 61, said: "It's usually pretty safe up there - but like anywhere else in the Beacons there are risks. "The water will be extremely cold at this time of year, you're not going to survive for long and we've had a lot of rain so there will be rapids forming."
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