RNLI rescue person in ‘distress’ from the sea near North Pier
“This latest incident exemplified why the crews are required to undergo this advanced training, often being the point of first contact for people in need of medical attention.”
Blackpool RNLI rescued a ‘person in distress’ in the water underneath North Pier earlier this week before the casualty was handed over to paramedics.
The RNLI were paged at 5pm on Monday evening after reports of a person in the sea near North Pier. Crew members quickly launched their D Class lifeboat and raced to the scene, pulling one person in ‘distress’ out of the water.
A spokesperson from Blackpool RNLI said: “Our D class Phyllis Rowan was launched and made to the area, quickly locating the person who was in distress. They were rescued from the sea and immediate casualty care was given, before we returned to the Lifeboat Station where the casualty care continued.
“The person was handed over to attending paramedics from the North West Ambulance Service. Over the past two weeks, Blackpool RNLI operational crews have completed one of the two 3 day casualty care courses, led by the RNLI and a regular mandatory requirement.
“This latest incident exemplified why the crews are required to undergo this advanced training, often being the point of first contact for people in need of medical attention.
“It is also quite a commitment for the volunteers to attend, with extractions supported in many workplaces. We truly appreciate that commitment from employers to allow our volunteers to maintain their currency in such an important area.”