Two rescued after getting cut off by tide near Greenfield

Two people were rescued after becoming cut off by the tide near Greenfield on Wednesday afternoon.

Flint RNLI volunteers were tasked by UK Coastguard at 12:03pm on Wednesday, 28 May to assist the pair, who were reported to be stranded on the Dee Estuary shoreline.

The lifeboat was transported by road to Greenfield Dock and promptly launched. The volunteer crew quickly located the casualties and brought them safely on board.

Once on the lifeboat, the two were assessed, provided with lifejackets, and returned to Greenfield Dock, where they were met by Flint Coastguard Rescue Team officers and given safety advice.

James Davies, Flint RNLI Helm, said:
“The casualties did the right thing by calling 999 and asking for the Coastguard. The Dee Estuary has a large tidal range, and it’s easy to get caught out. If you’re heading to the coast, always check the tide times and carry a means of calling for help.”

A spokesperson for Flint Coastguard added:
“Our safety advice remains the same, please check the local tide times and have means of calling for help should this be needed.
If you do get into difficulty in the water, remember #FloatToLive.”

Members of the public are reminded to dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard in any coastal emergency.