Emergency services rush to Merseyside beach after woman becomes trapped in mud
Emergency services descended on a Merseyside beach on Sunday (February 15) after a woman became trapped in the mud.
Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team were called to Tower Rock Armour Groyne in New Brighton, to reports that four people were stuck.
On arrival, two of the group had managed to free themselves, with a third person crawling through the mud to safety. One woman remained stuck in the mud, with the tide coming in.
Due to the rising tide, HM Coastguard requested help from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS), which dispatched a Marine Fire One rescue vessel to assist.
Two firefighters dug the woman free and walked her to safety, where she was assessed by North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust for any injuries.
Coastguard Officer in Charge Daniel Aspey said:“This was a good multi-agency incident from all services, with the female being recovered from the mud quickly after the 999 calls. We had systems in place such as a rescue boat and recovery systems if required.
“Thanks to the members of the public who called 999 and stayed on scene to help keep the group calm.”
Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team warned that mud around the coastline can be “extremely dangerous”, especially with incoming tides. A spokesperson said: “Please take care, check tide times, and avoid walking onto mudflats. In an emergency at the coast, dial and ask for the coastguard.”