Dovestone search continued into the night after man fell into the water

A huge search continued into last night (Sunday) for a man in his 20s who fell into the water at Dovestone Reservoir while reportedly paddleboarding.

Emergency services were called just before 2.30pm yesterday, to reports of a man and woman in the water.

It is understoof the pair, believed to both be in their late 20s, entered the water after falling off a paddleboard.

Emergency crews rushed to the area and cordoned off all adjoining roads and footpaths.

A massive search operation was launched with fire crews, paramedics and police all in attendance.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “At shortly before 2.30pm today (Sunday 20 October) fire crews were called to Dove Stone Reservoir in Oldham following reports of a person in the water.

“Three fire engines from Mossley, Stalybridge, and Eccles along with the Water Incident Unit from Leigh quickly attended the scene.

“Crews are working alongside emergency service colleagues and remain in attendance.”

Yesterday evening the man was still missing in the water.

The search and rescue mission continued and a scene remained in place overnight.

A later post on the Oldham Police - GMP Facebook page read: "Underwater teams will continue to search Dovestone Reservoir overnight.

"The scene will be in place overnight and people are reminded to stay away from the search area.

"We are not stopping our search and are doing everything we can to locate the missing man.

"Thank you for your cooperation."

Visitors are still being asked to stay away from the area, which is located on the edge of Oldham and the Peak District National Park, while searches are carried out.

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