Coastguard called to child stung by jellyfish in Llandudno as travel restriction easing leads to busy weekend
A child stung by a jellyfish and boats running aground were among the calls dealt with by Llandudno’s coastguard on the first weekend since travel restrictions were lifted.
Rescuers across North Wales have reported a rise in incidents following the removal of the Welsh Government’s “stay local” guidance, giving way to an influx of visitors.
Four volunteers gave up their time to patrol an area spanning from Penmaenmawr in the west, to Old Colwyn in the east.
On Saturday, the team was called to a boat which had run aground at West Shore, Llandudno. The vessel was later safely refloated at a higher water level.
They also came across a man who had fallen on the Promenade in Rhos on Sea and were able to provide care until his family were able to take him to hospital.
On Sunday, another vessel ran aground at West Shore which had to be refloated.
Meanwhile care was provided for a child had suffered a jellyfish sting in Llandudno, as well as someone who had fallen at Old Colwyn with a suspected hip fracture.
The patient was taken to hospital by ambulance for further treatment.
Later in the afternoon the team was tasked to a boat with engine failure in the Conwy Channel, before it was escorted into the marina.
A spokesperson for the Llandudno Coastguard said: “We were pleased to see our area busy once again as coronavirus restrictions begin to lift and we were pleased to see those who were engaging in coastal activities were doing so safely.
“As always, our message remains the same. If you see anyone in difficulty at sea or on the coast, dial 999 and ask for the coastguard.”
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