THE RNLI has released a video of a rescue by lifeboat crew in Porthcawl to warn holidaymakers of the dangers of tides in the Bristol Channel.
It was around 6.45pm on Sunday, 27 July when Porthcawl RNLI were paged by HM Coastguard, following a 999 call reporting that two teenagers were stuck on a rocky outcrop with waves washing over the rocks near Newton Point, Porthcawl. The charity’s D class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched with three volunteer crew onboard.
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Chris Page, Porthcawl Lifeboat press officer and crew member said: “Time was really of the essence with this shout, as there was still over two hours until high water.”
Once the lifeboat arrived on scene the teenagers were on a rock. Chris continued: “A crew member was transferred onto the rock to provide the casualties with lifejackets and was able to reassure them and help transfer them safely over to the lifeboat.”
Although wet with some minor cuts, thankfully both casualties were well and the lifeboat crew brought them back to the beach at Newton where they were met by Porthcawl and Port Talbot Coastguard Rescue Teams, who provided minor first aid treatment.
Chris said: “We have one of the biggest tidal ranges in the world and it’s easy to get caught out, especially if you are not familiar with the area. Check the tide times on a trusted source like the Met Office and remember there may be local differences depending on where you are and what tide table you are reading.”
Tirion Dowsett, RNLI water safety delivery support, said: “With the large tides and sunny weather forecast this week, we are reminding people to always check the tide times and take a means of calling for help – such as a fully charged mobile phone. If you are planning on entering the water, we’d always recommend choosing a lifeguarded beach and swimming between the red and yellow flags.”
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