A MULTI AGENCY operation took place on June 27 in the St Davids area after a man got into difficulty in water.

Following a 999 call, police, fire, and ambulance attended the gentleman, but sadly he died at the scene.

The fire service confirmed that its Swift Water Rescue Team located and retrieved the man from a three-metre-deep pond, measuring 40m x 20m.

A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “We attended after a report of a male who had got into difficulties in water at an address in St David’s on Thursday, June 27.

“Officers attended, along with colleagues from the fire and rescue service and ambulance, however, sadly, a 74-year-old man died at the scene.

“The death is not being treated as suspicious.

“His next of kin have been informed of the incident, as well as HM Coroner.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: “At 3.55pm on Thursday, June 27th, Mid and West Wales Fires and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) crews from Haverfordwest, St Davids and Carmarthen Fire Stations were called to an incident near St Davids.

“One male was located and retrieved from water by the Swift Water Rescue Team from a pond measuring 40m by 20m and 3m deep.

“The incident required a multi-agency response, with Dyfed-Powys Police, Air Ambulance and paramedics also in attendance.

“MAWWFRS crews left the scene at 6.05pm.”

THE PORT of Milford Haven is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Siân George as its new Chair. Appointed by the Secretary of State for Transport, Siân took over the role on 22nd June 2024.

Siân brings a wealth of Board level experience, with a notable maritime, energy and safety focus. She is particularly recognised for her experience and knowledge of the marine renewables sector, where she has been a strong voice for UK and European policy and regulatory reform, working with stakeholders to help secure over €300m of public funding initiatives for the sector and overseeing an award winning strategic vision for developing Europe’s marine energy resources. Siân has a strong reputation for fostering constructive stakeholder relationships, and extensive experience working in safety-critical and highly regulated sectors.

Siân succeeds Dr Chris Martin who joined the Port as Vice-Chair in 2012 and became Chair in 2017 overseeing key steps in the Port’s development.

Dr Siân George, Chair at the Port of Milford Haven said “I am delighted to join the Port of Milford Haven and look forward to working with the team to achieve our goals for the business and for the region. I am very much looking forward to building on the great work undertaken during Dr Chris Martin’s tenure and continuing to ensure the Port plays its part in creating a wealth of new opportunities for current and future generations.”

Tom Sawyer, Chief Executive at the Port of Milford Haven said “Siân joins us at an exciting time. We are making significant investments in our pilotage operations to ensure we keep delivering our Waterway customer’s needs, safely and effectively. We are also focused on expanding the influence Pembroke Port has within the FLOW, wave and tidal industries to become a key hub for green industrial growth. And, through our investment in Milford Waterfront and other areas of hospitality and tourism, we are strengthening Pembrokeshire’s reputation as a must visit destination for UK holidaymakers.”

A PERSON in danger in the water off a popular local beach has been plucked to safety by a coastguard helicopter in a multi-agency rescue involving coastguards and local lifeboats.

Just before 7.16pm yesterday, Thursday, June 27, a member of the public contacted coastguards, reporting a person in difficulty in the water off Llangrannog.

Coastguard rescue teams from New Quay, Cardigan, and Fishguard were tasked to the incident, as well as both New Quay lifeboats and the coastguard rescue helicopter.

The New Quay Inshore Lifeboat (ILB) and All Weather Lifeboat (ALB), which were out on a training exercise, quickly arrived on the scene. The casualty had managed to get onto a rocky outcrop and was swiftly located.

Due to the precarious position, the ILB could not safely reach the casualty, and the coastguard rescue teams were unable to access the outcrop for a rope rescue. It was determined that a helicopter winch rescue was the only viable option.

Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 187 lowered a winch person onto the outcrop. Meanwhile, coastguard rescue teams prepared a helicopter landing site on Llangrannog Beach.

The casualty was safely winched to the beach and reunited with their family.

“This was a great example of emergency services working together,” said a spokesperson for New Quay Coastguard Rescue Team.

HM Coastguard Cardigan added, “It was great working with all the other services this evening and an excellent result with the person safe and well and back on shore with their family. Well done to all.

“If you see anyone in trouble around the coast, please dial 999 and ask for the coastguard.”