HM Coastguard Dale

06/10/2026

Last week the team was called to a dog which had gone over a cliff at Marloes sands. The dog survived the fall but was injured. Coastguard officers were able to recover the dog back to the owners car so that it could be taken to the vets. Please watch the video below, keep your dog on a lead when exploring our Pembrokeshire Coast and don't put yourself at risk 🐕‍🦺.

In a emergency at the coast, call 999 and ask for the coastguard 📱

06/10/2026

Little & Broad Haven Lifeboat are posting a monthly water safety message. Please share this message to help it reach as many as possible.

October can bring some dramatic coastal weather — and we love watching the power of the sea. But dramatic conditions can quickly become dangerous.

A dramatic photograph is never worth risking your life.

If you’re visiting the coast during stormy or windy weather, remember:

STAY BACK. STAY HIGH. STAY DRY.

• Stay back – Keep well away from the water’s edge, wet rocks, pier walls and cliff edges. Sudden waves and gusts can catch you off guard.

• Stay high – Stick to safe, higher coastal paths. Avoid exposed rocks and lower areas where you could be cut off by waves or rising tides.

• Stay dry – If you’re being sprayed by waves, you’re too close.

High winds bring extra dangers. Strong gusts can knock you off your feet, while rough seas create bigger, unpredictable waves. If severe weather is forecast, change your plans and choose somewhere sheltered or inland.

Stormy weather can make inland water dangerous too. Strong winds create waves on lakes and reservoirs, while heavy rain can cause fast-flowing rivers and rising water levels.

If you get into trouble: FLOAT TO LIVE.

If someone else is in trouble: PHONE, FLOAT, THROW. Call 999/112 and ask for the Coastguard. Never enter the water to rescue someone.

Stay back. Stay high. Stay dry. Stay safe.

Photo credit: RNLI

30/08/2026

Your phone goes everywhere with you. Make sure to take it to the Pembrokeshire Coast too 📱

Pembrokeshire County Council Port of Milford Haven NCI Wooltack Point Milford Haven Fire Station Angle Lifeboat RNLI Little & Broad Haven Lifeboat Milford Haven and Neyland Police

13/08/2026

Our dogs would follow us anywhere 🐶

But cliff edges are one place they shouldn’t go. Walking near cliff edges can be dangerous, especially when dogs are distracted by new sounds, smells and wildlife.

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

Pembrokeshire County Council Pembrokeshire Coast Port of Milford Haven Angle Lifeboat RNLI Little & Broad Haven Lifeboat NCI Wooltack Point

17/07/2026

In a coastal emergency, minutes matter. Could you tell someone exactly where you are if you or a loved one needed help?

When you call 999 and ask for the Coastguard, one of the first questions you’ll be asked is: “where are you?”. The moment you provide this information; the teams will dispatch the most appropriate responders. But valuable time can be saved if you can give some location details.

There are very simple ways, as well as more advanced options, to help you stay safe and know your location.

• Before you leave: Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.

• Safety signs and location: Look for local safety signs depicting beach names and location references. Take a picture of local landmarks such as car park names and buildings.

• Location apps: use apps like what3words . Many smartphones now have a Global Positioning System (GPS) installed which pinpoints geographical locations.

• Mobile phone: Make sure your mobile is fully charged, ideally in a waterproof case. It’s also worth taking a power pack so you can recharge your phone, especially if your activities involve heavy battery use.

If you can tell us exactly where you are, rescuers can be sent more quickly. It could save a life.

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

Pembrokeshire County Council Pembrokeshire Coast Port of Milford Haven

12/07/2026

📟 Call out - 11/07/26 - Team paged at 16.15hrs to assist Angle Lifeboat RNLI at Dale & Milford Haven Port Authority Jetty.

📞 In a emergency at the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Angle lifeboat paged twice within 12 hours

At 3:00am this morning Sunday 12 July, the crew were paged following reports of a person who had fallen onto rocks at Freshwater West.
The lifeboat launched immediately and made best speed towards the scene. However, shortly after launching, it was confirmed that the casualty had been safely recovered from the rocks and was in the care of HM Coastguard Rescue Teams. With no further assistance required, the lifeboat was stood down and returned to station.
This was the crew's second shout within 12 hours.
At 6.17pm the previous evening, the lifeboat had launched following reports that the skipper of a yacht was experiencing symptoms consistent with a possible heart attack.
The lifeboat made best speed to the yacht, which was alongside the outer pontoon at Dale, arriving on scene at 6.40pm. Two casualty care-trained crew members were transferred aboard to assess the casualty.
Following their assessment, it was decided that the casualty should be taken ashore for further medical evaluation. The casualty was transferred to the lifeboat and taken to the lifeboat berth at the Port Authority Jetty, where ambulance paramedics were waiting. The casualty was then conveyed to hospital by ambulance for further tests.
With no further assistance required, the lifeboat was stood down and made ready for service by 8.00pm.

11/07/2026

Whether you’re new to kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding, or heading out regularly, make sure you’re prepared before getting out on the water.

Before you go, check you have:

Personal flotation device – to help keep you afloat if you enter the water 🦺

Fully charged mobile phone – kept in a waterproof pouch so you can call for help 📱

Personal locator beacon – useful if you lose mobile signal 📍

Equipment labels – label your paddleboard, kayak and other watersports kit, so the Coastguard can check you’re safe if it’s found 🏷️

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

Pembrokeshire County Council

04/07/2026

If you see someone struggling in the water, resist the urge to go in after them.

You could quickly become another person who needs rescuing.

Remember: Phone. Float. Throw.

Phone: Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard 🤳

Float: Encourage them to stay calm and float on their back with their ears submerged 🏊‍♀️

Throw: Throw any nearby rescue equipment to help them float until assistance arrives 🛟

21/06/2026

Jumping from piers, marina walls, rocks and heights into water can be very dangerous 🤕

Enjoy our Pembrokeshire coastline responsibly by not jumping into the unknown 🌊

⚠️ Consider the risks to yourself and others. Young people could be watching and may attempt to mimic the activity.

⚠️The depth of water can dramatically change with the tide and you don’t know what hazards may be lurking under the surface.

⚠️ The shock of cold water may make it difficult to swim to safety and strong currents can quickly sweep people away.

✅ If you do want to jump from height into the sea we would advise people join a coasteering group with a professional and reputable adventure centre. But the risks are always there.

📞 In an emergency on the coast, at sea, tidal river or coastal path dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

13/06/2026

Helping children and young people learn water safety skills could save lives 💙

It's Drowning Prevention Week, raising awareness of the importance of staying safe in and around water.

Start conversations, share advice, and help spread the message.

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