Yealm Coastguard Rescue Team

17/08/2026

14/08/2026

We know that people are keen to enjoy the sunshine as the hot weather continues into the weekend. Some simple safety tips can help to keep you and your friends and family safe at the coast this summer.

Check the weather forecast and tide times before setting off ☀️

Keep away from unstable cliff edges and cliff bases 🪨

Swim at a lifeguarded beaches, and follow beach guidance and flags 🏊

Enter the sea slowly - cold waters can prompt cold water shock, making you gasp uncontrollably 🥶

Watch out for mud. If you get stuck, lean back to spread your weight and call for help 🛟

Don’t use inflatables at the seaside, and avoid watersports when winds blow out to sea 💨

Make sure you tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll return 🕕

Carry a fully charged mobile phone in a waterproof pouch 📱

If you or others are in trouble at the coast, don't delay. Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard ☎️

22/06/2026

Volunteer for the Coastguard Rescue Service and help to carry out search and rescue along the UK shoreline.

29/05/2026

18/06/2025

Did you know that 84% of accidental drowning fatalities in 2024 were male?

The strength of the sea can easily catch you off guard. Remember, anyone can drown but no one should.

If someone is in trouble, do not try to help them yourself, even if you consider yourself a strong swimmer. Instead, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

19/05/2025

02/04/2025

Making note of your location and any nearby landmarks is crucial when visiting the coast. This will help you to avoid panicking and ensure faster response times from HM Coastguard in the event of an emergency.

Being aware of your surroundings can make the difference between a quick, efficient rescue and a prolonged search for your location.

If you're in trouble, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

06/02/2025

It's Time to Talk Day, an opportunity to raise awareness around mental health and encourage conversations between friends, families, co-workers and communities.

Small gestures can make a big difference. Check in on the people around you.

Talk, listen, change lives.

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from everyone at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and HM Coastguard!

Remember, coastguard rescue officers are always ready to respond.

24 hours a day, 365 days a year, we will be there for you.

If you get into trouble at the coast over Christmas, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

20/12/2024

An easy-to-use piece of technology helped rescuers quickly reach kayakers who got into difficulty off the coast of Pembrokeshire in Wales.