SCOUTS RESCUED AFTER GETTING CAUGHT OUT BY TIDE

                                                                                                                
Coastguards have rescued eight scouts, after they got caught out by the incoming tide whilst walking along the shoreline at Helford River at Mawnan Old Church, Falmouth, on wednesday evening.

The alarm was raised by a member of the public who rang Falmouth Coastguard at 8.55 pm. Coastguard Rescue Officers from Falmouth and Porthoustock were sent to the scene with the South Cornwall Sector Manager and the Falmouth RNLI inshore and all weather lifeboats were requested to launch. 

Ian Guy, Watch Manager, Falmouth Coastguard, said:

“We understand that eight scouts aged between 12 and 15 years old got themselves into difficulty when they were walking along the shoreline and the tide started to cut their path off. They decided to make their way up the steep slope which can be a little precarious due to the undergrowth and loose debris underfoot. Four scouts managed to get to safety but the eight remaining had to be rescued by the Coastguard Rescue Officers utilising their cliff rescue equipment this was assisted by the crew of the lifeboats on scene which illuminated the area with their search lights.

The five boys and three girl scouts are safe and well and have been checked over by the members of the Ambulance service on scene.

We would like to remind visitors to the coast to always check the weather and tidal conditions before you set out so that you can prepare accordingly. Consider whether you could become cut off and do not take risks. Dial ‘999’ and ask for the Coastguard if you are in danger.”

Notes to Editors

1. Stay safe - before heading out on the water get trained, check weather and tides, wear a lifejacket, avoid alcohol and keep in touch

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