Strong winds prove too much for Kite Surfers

Today's strong winds and rough seas have created conditions that have really proved too much for the ability of some kite surfers around the East Anglian coast.

Yarmouth Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre was alerted three time this afternoon to assist kite surfers in difficulties around the Hunstanton area. The Hunstanton Coastguard Rescue Team and the Hunstanton RNLI Lifeboat were sent to each incident. The Ambulance Paramedic, the Air Ambulance and a land Ambulance were sent to the third incident where a Kite surfer was taken to hospital.

Mario Siano, Yarmouth Coastguard Watch Manager said:
"I know that kite surfers enjoy extreme conditions but with a severe weather warning was out and winds were gusting to more than 50 miles an hour.

"My best advice is make sure you get weather information before you take to the water and don't go out in conditions that are beyond your experience."

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