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Family and pet dog rescued by RNLI

Published

8 years ago

August 19, 2016

Rescued: The RNLI camera captured the dramatic rescue

A FAMILY of four and a dog were rescued by RNLI lifeguards after they got cut off by the tide at a Pembrokeshire beach.

Two children , aged between seven and 10, were walking with their parents and a dog at the south end of Newgale beach on Tuesday evening (Aug 16) when they became trapped by the incoming tide at 6pm. RNLI lifeguards on the beach were just in the process of packing up their equipment for the end of their daily service when a local fisherman reported seeing the family cut off roughly a mile south of the Beach Lifeguard Unit at Newgale South.

Due to the position of the family, lifeguards immediately radioed colleagues up the beach at the Newgale Central Beach Lifeguard Unit to respond with their Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB).

Crewed by RNLI lifeguard Morgan Edmunds and helmed by RNLI senior lifeguard Sam Ellison , the boat was launched minutes later and made best speed to the stranded family. When the charity’s lifeguards arrived , the family were backed up onto pebbles and trapped by the quickly rising tide with no way of getting to safety.

Sam brought the boat close in to shore and negotiated the small swell to bring the two adults, two children and the dog aboard and return them back to the safety of the main beach.

Scott Candler, RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor, said: “The lifeguards on the inshore rescue boat crew showed great skill in bringing the boat close to shore so they could evacuate the family and the dog from their position and return them to safety.

” This incident highlights the importance of always checking the tide times before venturing out to walk in coastal areas. We also encourage people to always carry a working means of communication and dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard if they get into difficulty. “

Community

Tractor run lights up Pembrokeshire and raises funds for charity

Published

1 hour ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE PEMBROKESHIRE ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN took place today (Dec 21), raising funds for two vital charities: the Catrin Vaughan Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance.

Starting at Clarbeston Road AFC at 6:00pm, the brightly lit convoy of nearly 200 tractors made its way through Withybush Hospital and Haverfordwest High Street before finishing at the Pembrokeshire County Showground.

The annual event has become a highlight of the festive calendar, drawing large crowds to witness the spectacle of tractors adorned with colourful lights and decorations.

Funds raised from the event will support the Catrin Vaughan Foundation, which provides crucial assistance to families facing hardship, and the Wales Air Ambulance, delivering life-saving emergency medical care across the region.

Organisers praised the dedication of local farmers and volunteers, whose commitment ensures the event’s continued success year after year.

(Image: Nia Marshall/Facebook)

Business

Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure

Published

9 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.

The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.

The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.

A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”

Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.

Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.

From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.

Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.

(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

Community

Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend

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9 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.

In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”

Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.

Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.