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Children Rescued From Rising Tide on Sandbanks
13 Aug
Summary
- Five individuals, including four children, were rescued from sandbanks.
- The rescue occurred due to being cut off by the incoming tide.
- The RNLI emphasizes awareness of tides and sandbank dangers.
On Wednesday evening, a swift rescue operation was conducted off the coast of Cleveleys, Lancashire. Five individuals, comprising four children and one adult, found themselves stranded on sandbanks as the tide rapidly advanced.
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) was alerted, and a lifeboat crew was dispatched to the scene. Volunteer Rick Williams, who also serves as Blackpool Council's beach patrol manager, played a key role in ensuring the safe evacuation of those cut off.
This event underscores the perilous nature of sandbanks, which can quickly become isolated by incoming tides and strong currents. The RNLI issued a stern warning, urging the public to remain vigilant about their environment, monitor tide times, and understand the inherent risks associated with these coastal features.
