IF YOU'RE IN TROUBLE AT SEA CALL 999 AND ASK FOR THE COASTGUARD
Never be afraid to call the Coastguard, we’d always rather
be called than not be called. When
something goes wrong at sea, no matter how small, it always has the potential
to become something much worse. A woman
on a cruise ship made the right decision in calling 999 for the Coastguard when
after walking out on to her balcony, the door accidently locked behind her
yesterday evening at 9:20pm. As there
was no one nearby who could help, rather than panicking she made the right decision
and called the Coastguard.
Anyone can get locked out, but at sea it could have become
something serious. The Coastguard were
able instantly to call the liner and who sent a crew member to unlock the
balcony door.
The ship in this case was still in the Solent and without
the need to task any rescue resources she was speedily returned to safety.
Coastguard Matt West said:
“The Coastguard encourages anyone in trouble at sea to call
999 and while this situation was quickly resolved, it may have become more
serious if the lady had been unable to raise the alarm.
I would like to thank her for doing the right thing by
calling for help and we hope that she enjoys the rest of her holiday.”