Holy Island Coastguard

Holy Island Coastguard
Holy Island Coastguard Search and Rescue group are a team of 8 members, who are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
In the event of a coastal emergency dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
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Our coastguard station is near the harbour area on Holy Island. This is where the vehicle and equipment is kept and where the team meet for callouts and for training.
What we do
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Tides and Waves
 
Don't get cut off by the tide. Always check the tide times for the beach you are visiting before you leave.
 
Waves: If you're paddling, swimming or boarding here is more information on waves to help you decide whether to go out or stay ashore.
 
Surge Wave: Surging waves do not break and can easily knock someone over, dragging them out to sea. Particularly on from the shore, sea defences, harbour walls, rocks, jetties, etc.
 
Spill Wave: Spilling waves are when the top of the wave falls down the front of itself. This is generally the safest waves to swim in.
 
Dumping Waves: Dumping waves are very powerful and occur in shallow water, normally at low tide. Avoid going into the sea when you see dumping waves.
 
Weather
 
The weather - and why it's a hazard:
 
You can easily be caught out with the wrong type of equipment or gear if the weather changes suddenly. A forecast is even more important if you're going to be going out on the water.
 
Always check the weather before you head out on a trip to the coast. A wide range of weather forecasts is available at both the BBC Weather or Met Office websites.
 
If you're unsure about the weather conditions or have questions about safety on your local beach you can also contact your local Coastguard Station.
 
CHECK TIDE TIMES WHEN VISITING THE COAST.
 
THE PILGRIMS WAY: If you are planning on walking the pilgrims way (across the sand beds) contact Holy Island Coastguard if your unsure of the tide and weather.
 
Coastguard Warning

Contact
Holy Island Coastguard
Emergency Number: 999 and ask for Coastguard
Routine Number: 01262 672317
ryan.douglas@mcga.gov.uk
 
Coastguard History in Brief
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