In a heartwarming operation on the 15th of March, Littlehampton Coastguard and the RNLI displayed exemplary teamwork to save a dog in distress in the River Arun. The incident, which occurred at 10 pm, marked the coastguard’s third task of the day, underscoring their unwavering commitment to saving lives, be they human or animal.
The drama unfolded when a dog, during a walk along the river, tragically went over the sea wall and plummeted into the low-tide waters of the River Arun. The concerned owner immediately dialled 999, alerting the Coastguard to the perilous situation.
