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Six rescued from flash rip current by RNLI lifeguards

Published

11 years ago

July 21, 2014

RNLI lifeguards rescued two bodyboarders and assisted another four persons back to shore after they were caught in a flash rip current off Freshwater West beach in Pembrokeshire yesterday afternoon.

RNLI lifeguards Ben Williams, Olli Davies-Sourfield, Sam Trevor, Tiggy Burrows and off-duty lifeguard Supervisor Adam Pitman spotted six people struggling after a flash rip current which opened up at Freshwater West beach yesterday afternoon. The six adults – aged between 18 and 35 – were bodyboarding, swimming and surfing at the southern end to the beach when the flash rip opened up near the bathing area.

Ben and Adam rushed into the water on the rescue boards as Sam used the charity’s rescue tube to assist the swimmers. Ben made his way to one of the bodyboarers and towed the person back to safety and Sam safely brought the swimmers back to shore. Ben then returned to the scene and joined Adam in escorting the two novice surfers from the rip current to a safe area.

Earlier this week, RNLI lifeguards spotted a person in difficulty and being swept out in a rip current off Freshwater West beach on Tuesday afternoon. A person was kayaking outside the lifeguards red and yellow flagged bathing area when he was hit by a wave which caused the casualty to fall out of his craft. A nearby body-boarder attempted to help but also got into difficulty as they both entered the rip current

RNLI lifeguard Ben Williams rushed down with a rescue board and quickly brought both the kayaker and bodyboarder safely back to shore. The two casualties were checked by the lifeguards and were both fit and well after their experience.

RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor, Chris Rigby said:

‘Rip currents are hard to spot and can be very dangerous; this is why it’s very important to swim at a lifeguarded beach and take note of the red and yellow flags. If you find yourself in trouble raise your hand and shout for help. But if you see someone else in trouble please don’t try to take part in the rescue yourself, tell a lifeguard or call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.’

RNLI lifeguards provide a daily safety service on Freshwater West beach from 10am-6pm throughout the summer season.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

9 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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9 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

Published

10 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.