Teenager, 18, dies in Manchester reservoir during 30C heatwave

Teenager, 18, dies in Greater Manchester reservoir during heatwave

Police said as they warned of the dangers of going into open water

11 Jul, 09:37

18-year-old dies in Greater Manchester reservoir during heatwave

The tragedy comes as dozens of young people have lost their lives in reservoirs and lakes across the country amid the record-breaking heatwave

11 Jul, 09:30

Teenager, 18, dies in Manchester reservoir during 30C heatwave

An 18-year-old man has been been found dead at a reservoir in Greater Manchester. Emergency services responded to an incident at Dovestone Reservoir, Oldham, at around 7pm yesterday, Greater Manchester Police said. They found the 18-year-old unresponsive in the water, where he was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of medical professionals. A scene remains in place and inquiries are ongoing, police sa…

11 Jul, 10:49