Clacton RNLI called to reports of person in the water
On Sunday 12 May 2024 around 5.15pm in the late afternoon, word came to the station that there were reports of a person in the water, the most urgent call outs we receive.
Our volunteer crew launched their D-Class ILB (Inshore Lifeboat) ‘Damars Pride’ into calm sea conditions and with good visibility and made their way to the last reported location near popular Clacton Pier.
Upon arrival on the scene the casualty had already self recovered onto the beach just to the west of Clacton pier, but there were concerns for the casualty’s safety, so two crew members were put ashore to assess the situation and provide help.
After a discussion with East of England ambulance crews, the casualty was taken into their care for further assessment and treatment at Colchester hospital.
The two crew members ashore were recovered back into the lifeboat and the team were stood down by the coastguard.
The lifeboat returned to the lifeboat station where it was cleaned, refuelled and was ready for service at 6.50pm.
Notes to Editors
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RNLI Clacton is in its 145 year of lifesaving activities for the community.
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The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea
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Mark Walsham (RNLI Clacton Lifeboat Press Officer) – [email protected] / 07468511158 or the RNLI press office on 01202 336789 / [email protected].
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