Ambulance Trapped by Rising Tide at Camber Sands on New Year’s Day
An ambulance from the South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust found itself in a sticky situation early on New Year’s Day at Camber Sands. While attending a major medical emergency, the incoming tide started lapping at the vehicle’s wheels, threatening to trap the crew.
Despite the rising water, the team kept their heads, focusing on the patient’s care. A second ambulance arrived to rush the patient to hospital, while a replacement vehicle was summoned so the shift could continue without delay.
Off-Road Rescue Team Pulls Ambulance Free Just in Time
Enter the heroes from DJ Haulage, Hiab, Recovery, Escort in New Romney. By 9am, their rugged Ford Ranger and powerful winch rolled onto the scene. With expert skill, they hauled the ambulance out of the tidal trap, narrowly preventing it from turning into an unintended submarine.
Ambulance Service Thanks Rescue Team
The South East Coast Ambulance Service expressed heartfelt thanks to everyone involved. Thankfully, the stranded ambulance was able to drive away under its own power, ready to tackle the next call.
Drivers Take Note: Always Check Tide Times Before Parking Near Beaches!
Here’s a lesson for all drivers, especially those racing with sirens blazing: mind the tide times! You never know when the sea might decide to crash your emergency response.
