St Ives Coastguard Rescue Team

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Ives Coastguard Search & Rescue Team

🚨Trouble at the Coast? ☎️Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard🚨 On call 24/7

DO NOT report incidents via our social media channels.

🌊 Drowning Prevention Week 🌊13th - 20th June 2026This week is Drowning Prevention Week in the UK. Led by the Royal Life ...
17/06/2026

🌊 Drowning Prevention Week 🌊

13th - 20th June 2026

This week is Drowning Prevention Week in the UK. Led by the Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK other organisations such as HMCG ( Maritime and Coastguard Agency ), RNLI, Surf Life Saving GB and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service are helping to raise awareness around the risks of open bodies of water.

Whether you're visiting the coast, rivers, lakes, canals or docks, remember that open water can be far more dangerous than it looks. Cold water shock, strong currents, deep water and hidden hazards can quickly turn a day out into an emergency.

In 2025, there were 202 accidental drownings in the UK, with Cornwall and Devon recording some of the highest numbers. Sadly, there have also been a number of recent incidents across the country highlighted in the media.

Here are some safety tips to help keep yourselves safe and others safe when visiting a beach or coastal area.

🛟 Always swim at a lifeguarded beach and between the Red and Yellow Flags.

🛟 Let someone know you're planning to enter the water and what time you're expected back. Even better, go with a buddy!

🛟 Always carry a means of communication, whether that be a phone, VHF radio or a whistle to attract attention.

🛟 If you get into trouble in the water remember: Float To Live.

If you see someone in trouble in the water, follow these steps:

📞 PHONE - Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard if at the coast, or fire & rescue if at inland water.

🗣️ FLOAT - Encourage the person to stay calm and float on their back.

🛟 THROW - Throw rescue equipment to help them stay afloat until emergency services arrive.

If you get into difficulty in the water, remember to Float to Live:

🔷 Tilt your head back and keep your ears submerged
🔷 Relax and try to control your breathing
🔷 Spread your arms and legs to stay afloat
🔷 Gently move your hands and feet if needed

Drowning is preventable. By sharing these simple but lifesaving messages, we can all help keep our communities safe.

📞 In an EMERGENCY at the COAST, call 999 and ask for the COASTGUARD.

A few members of the team headed out last night for some local knowledge around our area.It's always valuable to revisit...
17/06/2026

A few members of the team headed out last night for some local knowledge around our area.

It's always valuable to revisit access points, both by vehicle and on foot, helping to ensure we're as prepared as possible.

An evening well spent on the coastline we serve.

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📟 Tasking #38 - Monday 15th June 12:15 📟The team were tasked this afternoon to assist RNLI Lifeguards with an incident ...
15/06/2026

📟 Tasking #38 - Monday 15th June 12:15 📟

The team were tasked this afternoon to assist RNLI Lifeguards with an incident on Porthkidney Beach.

As Coastguard Rescue Officers were arriving on scene, the team were stood down as the incident had been safely resolved.

The team returned to station and were ready for further tasking.

If you see anyone in difficulty along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

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Ever wondered what we do?999 – CoastguardHave you got a minute to refresh yourself on the role and capabilities of HM Co...
13/06/2026

Ever wondered what we do?

999 – Coastguard

Have you got a minute to refresh yourself on the role and capabilities of HM Coastguard in your local area?

🚨 We are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in all weathers

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Our Coastguard Rescue Station up on Penbeagle Ind. Estate, providing excellent access, allowing us to respond quickly to emergencies along our coastline and beyond.

We operate an emergency response vehicle and are made up of a dedicated team of 11 Coastguard Rescue Officers from a wide range of backgrounds, including vet, electricians, plasterer, emergency services and self-employment.

Our team brings together a wealth of knowledge and experience, ranging from officers who have recently joined to others with nearly 40 years of service.

As Coastguard Rescue Officers, we are on call 24/7 and can be mobilised at any time by pager. While there is no on-call allowance, we receive payment for incidents attended and some specific training undertaken. Many of our officers live close to the station, helping us maintain a rapid response capability.

How HM Coastguard Works

Coastguard Operations Centres, located around the UK, are responsible for coordinating and tasking Search and Rescue (SAR) assets, including Coastguard Rescue Teams, RNLI lifeboats and Coastguard helicopters.

When you dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard, it is one of these Operations Centres that answers your call, assesses the situation and deploys the appropriate rescue resources.

Who We Are

HM Coastguard is a government-funded emergency service and forms part of the UK's national Search and Rescue capability. Unlike some other rescue organisations, HM Coastguard is not a charity and does not rely on public donations to operate.

As a Category 1 responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, HM Coastguard has statutory responsibilities for emergency preparedness, response and recovery. This places the organisation alongside other key emergency services and responder agencies that work together to protect life, property and the environment during emergencies.

St Ives Coastguard Rescue Team is proud to play its part in delivering that capability at a local level, responding to incidents along our coastline and supporting wider emergency response operations when required.

What We Do

St Ives Coastguard Rescue Team attends approximately 50-70 incidents each year and works closely with partner emergency services to provide an effective search and rescue capability.

Our primary responsibilities include:

• Water Rescue
• Technical Rope Rescue
• Casualty Care
• Missing Person Searches
• Time-Expired Pyrotechnics and Ordnance (TEP) Response
• Establishing Emergency Helicopter Landing Sites
• Casualty Extraction
• Flood Response
• Royal Fish Duties
• Receiver of Wreck Duties
• Incident Coordination
• Assist Other Emergency Services and Agencies

Working Together

Several members of our team are also part of our specialist flood rescue capability, which can be deployed nationally to support communities affected by severe flooding.

Whether responding to a person cut off by the tide, assisting a casualty on difficult coastal terrain, searching for a missing person, or supporting partner agencies during major incidents, our team is ready to respond whenever needed.

🌊 In a coastal emergency, always dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

⛵ For water users, assistance can also be requested via VHF Marine Radio Channel 16.

Coastguard Rescue Teams are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing a lifesaving search and rescue service in all conditions.

📟 Tasking #37 - Friday 12th June 12:08 📟The team were tasked this afternoon to assist South Western Ambulance Service N...
12/06/2026

📟 Tasking #37 - Friday 12th June 12:08 📟

The team were tasked this afternoon to assist South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust with a male who had slipped whilst walking in the Carnelloe Head area, sustaining an ankle injury and leaving him unable to bear weight.

Coastguard Rescue Officers arrived on scene and provided casualty care while assessing and treating the casualty.

The casualty was transferred onto our stretcher and with assistance from our colleagues at Penzance Coastguard Rescue Team and Lands End Coastguard Search & Rescue Team, was carefully carried over the challenging terrain to the waiting ambulance for onward treatment.

Good teamwork between the teams ensuring the casualty received the care they needed safely and efficiently.

The teams returned to their respective stations and were ready for further tasking.

We wish the casualty a speedy recovery.

If you see anyone in difficulty along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📟 Tasking #36 - Saturday 30th May 12:22 📟The team were tasked today to assist South Western Ambulance Service NHS Found...
30/05/2026

📟 Tasking #36 - Saturday 30th May 12:22 📟

The team were tasked today to assist South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust with a female who had slipped whilst walking on the coastpath near the Merry Harvesters stone circle, sustaining a potential broken ankle.

Coastguard Rescue Officers arrived on scene and provided casualty care and treatment whilst awaiting the arrival of the ambulance service. With assistance from our colleagues at Penzance Coastguard Rescue Team, the casualty was carefully transferred into our stretcher and carried to the awaiting ambulance before onward transport for further treatment.

It was a hot day for all involved, although there was still time to appreciate the incredible colour of the sea, with the casualty even commenting that it looked like the Maldives!

The teams regrouped and departed to their respective stations. We restowed kit and ready for further tasking by 3:30pm

We wish the casualty a speedy recovery.

If you see anyone in difficulty along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📟 Tasking #35 - Wednesday 27th May 17:06 📟The team was tasked this evening to assist South Western Ambulance Service NH...
27/05/2026

📟 Tasking #35 - Wednesday 27th May 17:06 📟

The team was tasked this evening to assist South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust with a female who had sustained a suspected broken ankle on the Island area of St. Ives.

The team arrived on scene and located the casualty, who confirmed that she had made her own arrangements to travel to hospital for further treatment.

We wish the casualty a speedy recovery.

If you see anyone in difficulty along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

27/05/2026

Inflatables are great for the pool, but they’re not safe for the sea.

Even in light winds, they can quickly drift you out to sea and put you in danger.

If you’re heading to the beach this bank holiday, leave inflatables at home and save them for the pool instead.

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

This evening a few of the team headed down to the Carnelloe Head area for some local knowledge and familiarisation train...
26/05/2026

This evening a few of the team headed down to the Carnelloe Head area for some local knowledge and familiarisation training.

Not a bad office for the evening 🌅

Warm temperatures, calm seas and some incredible views across the coastline made for a pretty special one. 👌🏼

26/05/2026

Taking a dip in the sea on a hot day? ⛱️

Don’t be fooled, just because it’s sunny doesn’t mean the water is warm.

Entering cold water, whether deliberately or accidentally, can cause cold water shock.

When this happens, you may gasp involuntarily, followed by rapid breathing that can be very difficult to control. This can increase the risk of inhaling water and drowning.

Never jump straight in. Instead, enter the water slowly to help your body adjust, and avoid swimming alone. Wearing a wetsuit can also help by improving buoyancy and reducing the effects of cold water.

Don’t forget to have warm clothes ready for when you come back to shore.

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

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