Drama on Hayling Island as Mud Rescue Unfolds
Hayling and Selsey Coastguard teamed up with Hampshire Fire and Rescue for a daring rescue near Hayling Yacht Services on Sunday evening. Emergency crews sprang into action just after 6pm when a person got stranded in thick mud around 20 metres from dry land.
Lifeboat Called but Mud Proves a No-Go
A lifeboat from portsmouth/" title="Portsmouth" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Portsmouth was dispatched to assist. But mud and shallow water blocked its approach, leaving crews to find another way in.
Firefighters Step In with Inflatable Mud Path
Hampshire Fire and Rescue secured the stranded individual using a specialised inflatable mud path. This clever tactic allowed the casualty to be safely brought back to solid ground.
Young Casualty Passes to Paramedics
Once ashore, the youngest member of the rescue party was handed over to South Central Ambulance Service paramedics for care.
A swift and smart joint effort by emergency services ensured the mud mishap ended without injury.
