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Mum Rescued From Whitby Mud After Daughter Sinks
24 Feb
Summary
- A mother was rescued from thick mud in Whitby harbour after her daughter nearly sank.
- She was stuck waist-deep for 30 minutes before RNLI rescuers arrived.
- The quick-thinking mum remained still, which rescuers credited for her safe extraction.
A holiday break in Whitby ended in a dramatic rescue when Kadassi Nembhard became trapped waist-deep in thick harbour mud. The incident occurred when her three-year-old daughter began to sink at the water's edge. Kadassi rushed to her child's aid, successfully freeing her, but then became stuck herself.
She remained trapped for approximately 30 minutes, experiencing panic as the mud rose past her knees. Passers-by attempted to assist but also became stuck. The RNLI crew arrived swiftly, using a spade, a wooden plank, and a signboard to carefully extract Kadassi from the mud.
Coastguard officers commended Kadassi for her calmness and for remaining still, stating it significantly reduced the risk of further harm. The successful multi-agency response ensured a positive outcome, allowing Kadassi to warm up and continue her day after the distressing experience.
