Yealm Coastguard Rescue Team

18/06/2025

Did you know that 84% of accidental drowning fatalities in 2024 were male?

The strength of the sea can easily catch you off guard. Remember, anyone can drown but no one should.

If someone is in trouble, do not try to help them yourself, even if you consider yourself a strong swimmer. Instead, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

19/05/2025

02/04/2025

Making note of your location and any nearby landmarks is crucial when visiting the coast. This will help you to avoid panicking and ensure faster response times from HM Coastguard in the event of an emergency.

Being aware of your surroundings can make the difference between a quick, efficient rescue and a prolonged search for your location.

If you're in trouble, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

06/02/2025

It's Time to Talk Day, an opportunity to raise awareness around mental health and encourage conversations between friends, families, co-workers and communities.

Small gestures can make a big difference. Check in on the people around you.

Talk, listen, change lives.

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from everyone at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and HM Coastguard!

Remember, coastguard rescue officers are always ready to respond.

24 hours a day, 365 days a year, we will be there for you.

If you get into trouble at the coast over Christmas, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

20/12/2024

An easy-to-use piece of technology helped rescuers quickly reach kayakers who got into difficulty off the coast of Pembrokeshire in Wales.

19/12/2024

16/12/2024

Groynes can be found at many beaches around the UK and are designed to slow down coastal erosion.

They are not to be climbed on. It is very easy to slip and injure yourself or become trapped, which can be exceptionally dangerous especially when the tide is coming in.

In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

05/12/2024

International Volunteer Day is held on 5 December every year to pay tribute to all the amazing people who give their time to help others. At HM Coastguard, volunteer Coastguard Rescue Officers are our lifeblood.

26/11/2024

25/11/2024

Saturday we welcomed our latest volunteers to the HM Coastguard family. Throughout the 8 days of intense core skills training we cover a multitude of skills, equipment and policies to ensure they are ready to attend when their pagers sound for the first time.

Polruan Coastguard
Looe Coastguard
Tamar Coastguard Rescue Team

19/11/2024

Stephen ‘Shiner’ Wright unbuckled his winch and hung up his helmet for the last time a few years ago, but vivid memories of a career dedicated to saving lives endure.

Stephen spent time in every role aboard a rescue helicopter in a search and rescue career spanning decades, first as a Rescue Diver, then as Advanced Resus Winchman, Winch Operator, and finally as a Rescue Helicopter Pilot.

We caught up with the man who was presented with the first Billy Deacon Award in 2002 to learn about his experiences in the sky with HM Coastguard.

Stephen says: "It's no secret that those working in SAR are often scared too, but we're trained to run towards the danger. What compels us is that people rely upon us, and the fear that if we aren't there, someone could die."

Full Story: https://i.mtrbio.com/frjgkwonwy