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Coastguard rescues males on paddleboards

Three males needed to be rescued by the coastguard after one was seen to be „having problem“ staying on his paddleboard.

The boys have been simply off Cullercoats Bay with two paddleboards and an inflatable kayak on Friday afternoon (March 12) once they caught the eye of the coastguard.

HM Coastguard paged the Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade who approached the boys and escorted them again to security.

Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade mentioned: „One of many group gave the impression to be having problem staying on his board and had spent a regarding time period within the water. With offshore winds, there was additionally concern that the group could also be unable to soundly return to land.

„As Brigade members made their approach to the realm with a request to find and observe the group, the Lifeboat mechanic requested for the speedy launch of the boat as he was turning into more and more involved for the welfare of the person within the water.

„The Lifeboat shortly launched and escorted the three again to the protection of the Bay. They have been then given security recommendation concerning being certain that wind situations are applicable for his or her actions earlier than all rescue models have been stood down at 4.30pm.“