News

Batten down the hatches!

Published

11 years ago

January 6, 2014

NATURAL RESOURCES WALES urged people to take action yesterday (January 2). People in West Wales should be prepared as high tides combined with strong winds could lead to coastal flooding over the coming days.

Most of the Welsh coastline is likely to experience stormy conditions, and the effects are likely to be worst with the high tides from Thursday evening through to Saturday, with tidal surges and large waves potentially causing localised flooding.

This is likely to lead to a large number of coastal Flood Warnings and further Flood Alerts being issued across the Welsh coastline.

People living near the coast should be prepared, and should be careful not to walk or drive too close to the coast during high tide.

People are advised to stay clear of promenades and should not stand too close to the sea front as they could be swept away by large waves or hit by debris.

A spokesperson for NRW said:

“Emergency response workers will be at key sites checking that Natural Resources Wales coastal defences are in good working order and making sure any drainage grids and screens are clear, to reduce the risk to people and their homes.

“Officers are also working closely with relevant local authorities and emergency services to make sure that all areas are prepared ahead of the forecast.

“Flood water can be extremely dangerous, and people should not attempt to walk or drive through it unless instructed by the emergency services.

Crime

Carmarthen man jailed for 19 years after corrosive substance attack

Published

8 hours ago

October 29, 2024

Court Reporter

A CARMARTHEN man who threw a corrosive substance over another, potentially causing permanent loss of sight, has been sentenced to 19 years in prison.

Jivan Dean, 24, from Llandeilo, inflicted life-altering injuries on his victim during the attack. Following the incident, Dean fled the scene, prompting a police manhunt.

Police were alerted to the assault by a staff member at Glangwili Hospital, where the victim was treated for severe injuries to his head, face, eyes, and shoulders. The victim reported suffering from chemical burns, and doctors warned that the damage to his eyes might be irreversible.

According to the victim’s account to officers, he was at a friend’s home when Dean emerged from the kitchen and poured an “incredibly hot” liquid over him, causing immediate pain and a burning sensation. He identified Jivan Dean as his attacker.

Police arrested Dean on August 17, charging him with assault causing grievous bodily harm and throwing a corrosive substance with intent to maim, burn, or disfigure.

News

St Davids lifeboat assists in search for missing angler

Published

8 hours ago

October 29, 2024

Tom Sinclair

AT 9:43pm on Monday (Oct 29), the RNLI St Davids all-weather lifeboat was deployed to search for a missing shore angler in the St Brides Haven area. The lifeboat crew was joined by Little & Broad Haven Lifeboat, HM Coastguard – Broad Haven, and HM Coastguard Dale in a comprehensive nighttime search of the surrounding area.

As the search neared completion, new intelligence suggested the angler may be located further west. This led to the Angle Lifeboat RNLI being dispatched to search the Marloes and Gateholm regions.

The Coastguard rescue teams successfully found the angler safe and well on Marloes Beach and accompanied them back to their vehicle. St Davids RNLI volunteer crew were stood down at 11:49pm and returned to the station at 12:35am.

News

Pembrokeshire coastguards assist injured walker near Traeth Llyfn Beach

Published

9 hours ago

October 29, 2024

Tom Sinclair

COASTGUARDS were called to aid a person who sustained an ankle injury on the coastal path near Traeth Llyfn Beach on Sunday (Oct 27).

HM Coastguard teams from Fishguard and St Davids responded to the incident, providing immediate care to the injured individual before transporting them to a family vehicle for further travel to the hospital.

In a Facebook post, HM Coastguard Fishguard said: “Team tasked alongside HM Coastguard – St Davids to a casualty with an ankle injury on the coastal path above Traeth Llyfn Beach.

“The teams were quickly on scene and able to provide casualty care before transferring the casualty to the family car for transport to hospital.”