Firefighters Rescue Stranded Boaters Stuck in Medway Mud
Two Trapped on Mudflat
Kent Fire and Rescue crews launched a dramatic evening rescue on the River Medway last Friday. Two people found themselves stranded on a boat trapped in the mudflats near Sun Pier, Chatham.
Specialist Gear to the Rescue
Responding quickly, two fire engines rolled out. Firefighters battled the sticky mud using specialist mud paths to reach the trapped pair. They successfully hauled them to safety without injury.
Safe Hands After Rescue
Once the rescue was complete, the scene was handed over to local authorities for further attention. A close call avoided thanks to swift fire service action.
