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Aldeburgh RNLI inshore lifeboat launched for people stranded at Shingle Street

Lifeboats News Release

Aldeburgh RNLI was tasked by the Coastguard on Saturday 20 July at 4.48pm to aid three people who had become stranded on the spit at Shingle Street, approximately 10 km south of Aldeburgh beach. RNLI inshore lifeboat, Susan Scott, was launched at 5pm.

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Aldeburgh RNLI inshore lifeboat Susan Scott was launched to aid three people stranded at Shingle Street on Saturday 20 July
In a gentle wind and calm sea, with good visibility, the crew arrived on scene at approximately 5.30pm and carried out a casualty care assessment. The young adult had a mild head injury and the two children (aged 12 and 14) were unhurt.

After the initial assessment, the three casualties were transferred to the inshore lifeboat and taken to Orford Quay where the casualties were transferred safely ashore to a waiting parent.

Aldeburgh RNLI's volunteer Launch Operations Manager, Chris Halder, said: 'If you are on a boat or participating in water-based activity, always carry a fully-charged mobile phone in a waterproof case. If you experience problems that will cause a danger to you, or to other marine traffic, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

'If you are taking part in any watersports, invest in a personal flotation device (PFD) - a buoyancy aid or lifejacket - and a personal locator beacon (PLB). The type of PFD or PLB you choose will depend on the activity you are planning to do. You should always choose a device that has been tested and approved to UK or Irish standards.'

Susan Scott returned to station, was washed down, refuelled and made ready again for service by 7.20pm.

Notes to editors
The RNLI was founded in 1824. More than 146,000 lives have been saved since 1824.

Aldeburgh lifeboat station has been operating since 1826 and has been part of the RNLI since 1852. Since formation, their lifeboats have launched 1,267 times and saved 693 lives.

Aldeburgh lifeboat station has two boats on service: Mersey-class all-weather lifeboat, Freddie Cooper, and D-class inshore lifeboat, Susan Scott.

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