HM Coastguard Rye Bay

Over the weekend the Rye Bay team has been in attendance at Camber Sands where it's been especially busy because of the fine weather.

Together with HM Coastguard Romney Marsh we carried out a series of patrols along the shore together with the local beach wardens and RNLI lifeguards. Pett Level Independent Rescue Boat were also at Camber patrolling offshore.

We dealt with multiple incidences of missing children (and one elderly lady) brought about by the extremely crowded beach. Fortunately all were swiftly reunited with their parents. Since the two teams were already on scene we were able to assist immediately.

On fine days such as this what can appear to be a perfectly safe environment is still potentially hazardous. Even with a flat calm sea visitors are still often caught out by the speed of the incoming tide. And with the shear volume of people on the beach children (and sometimes adults) often become separated from their families with no way of contacting them.

If you are on a busy beach and unable to find your child please either speak to a beach warden or call 999 and ask for Coastguard.

We're always looking for new recruits. If you are interested in becoming a Coastguard Rescue Officer please click on the following link https://www.gov.uk/volun.../areas-where-you-can-apply-online