Withernsea beach hero dies trying to save mum and girl
Tributes are paid to Mark Ratcliffe, 67, who died after jumping into the sea in Withernsea to help a mother and teenage girl. Read the full story of the tragic rescue attempt.
Category : Search result: RNLI safety
Two dead, lifeboat crew hurt in Withernsea sea rescue
Two people have died and RNLI volunteers were injured during a desperate rescue attempt in treacherous conditions off the East Yorkshire coast. The search continues for a third victim.
Two dead in 'horrendous' sea conditions off Yorkshire coast
A major search and rescue operation continues in Withernsea after two people died in dangerous sea conditions. Emergency services urge the public to avoid the area.
Two bodies found in Withernsea sea search, one person missing
A major search operation continues off the Yorkshire coast after two bodies were recovered. Emergency services are looking for one more person reported in difficulty in the water. Avoid the area.
Search for two missing off Withernsea after man dies
A major search operation is underway off the East Yorkshire coast after a 67-year-old man died. Emergency services battle freezing conditions to find two missing people. Read the latest updates.
Major sea search after man dies at Withernsea
A 67-year-old man has died and a major search is ongoing for two missing people after reports of multiple people in difficulty in the sea at Withernsea, East Yorkshire.
Family of Four Feared in Withernsea Sea Search
A major rescue operation is underway off Withernsea after reports of a family in difficulty in 'horrendous' sea conditions. Coastguard helicopters and lifeboats are involved.
Major Search for People in Difficulty off Withernsea Coast
A major coastal search is underway in Withernsea after reports of multiple people in difficulty in the sea. Emergency services including HM Coastguard and RNLI are involved. Follow for live updates.
Major Search for People in Difficulty off Withernsea Coast
A major multi-agency search is underway off the Yorkshire coast after reports of several people in difficulty in the water near Withernsea. Emergency services are on scene.
Swimmer, 51, dies after getting into difficulty in sea
A 51-year-old man from Kettering died after being pulled from the sea off Brighton. The RNLI issues a stark cold water safety warning following the incident and a similar Christmas Day tragedy.
UK Swimmers Brave the Cold for New Year's Day Tradition
Revellers across the UK and Ireland took a bracing plunge into the sea on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and read about the chilly charity tradition.
Safety warning for New Year's Day sea swimmers in UK
Coastal authorities across Britain issue urgent safety advice for festive sea dippers. Learn the essential cold water risks and how to stay safe for your New Year's swim.
RNLI Warning After Christmas Day Swimmers Disappear
The RNLI warns of cold water shock risks after two men went missing in Devon. Essential safety advice for New Year's open water swimmers revealed.
Search for missing fisherman Ben Dowie enters ninth day
A major search is underway for missing fisherman Ben Dowie, 28, after his boat was found aground with its engine running on an Aberdeenshire beach. Read the latest updates.
Major Search for Missing Fisherman Ben Dowie Continues
A major search is underway for Ben Dowie, 28, after his creel boat was found aground on an Aberdeenshire beach with its engine still running. The multi-agency operation enters its ninth day.
Kate Bush friend missing after Christmas Day sea swim
Singer Kate Bush pays tribute to missing friend Matthew Upham, 63, after a Christmas Day swimming incident in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services stood down search.
Antiques dealer missing after Christmas swim rescue attempt
Matthew Upham, 63, is feared drowned after being swept away while trying to save a woman during a festive swim in Budleigh Salterton. Read the full story of his selfless act.
Two missing after Devon Christmas Day swim tragedy
A festive swim at Budleigh Salterton turned to tragedy as two men, including a beloved local antique dealer, were swept out to sea in rough conditions. Search efforts continue.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim tragedy in Devon
A survivor of a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton describes entering the 'worst ever' water as a 'mistake' after two men, including an antiques dealer, went missing. Read the full story.
Antiques Dealer Missing After Christmas Swim
Matthew Upham, 63, remains missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services have called off the search. Read the latest updates.
Man missing after Christmas Day Devon swim named
Antiques dealer Matthew Upham named as one of two men feared dead after being swept to sea during a Christmas swim in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Read the family's tribute.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon
Matthew Upham, 63, and another man are missing at sea after a Christmas Day swim in rough conditions off Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major search.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon
Two men, including a local antiques dealer, are missing after a traditional Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton turned to tragedy. A major search has been called off.
Search for missing Christmas Day swimmers called off
Extensive search for two men missing after a Christmas Day sea swim at Budleigh Salterton has ended. Emergency services recovered others safely. Our thoughts are with the families.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon turns to disaster
Two wild swimmers remain missing after a traditional Christmas Day dip in Budleigh Salterton, Devon, turned to tragedy in stormy conditions. A major search operation has been stood down.
Urgent Boxing Day Swim Warning After Devon Incident
Police issue urgent warning against Boxing Day swims after two men go missing during a Christmas Day dip in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Search called off amid difficult conditions.
Two missing after Christmas swim in Devon
A major search operation was launched in Devon after two men disappeared during a Christmas Day swim. Emergency services urge caution as weather warnings remain.
Two men missing at sea off Devon coast on Christmas Day
Two men remain missing after getting into difficulty at Budleigh Salterton. Police urge the public to avoid Boxing Day swims despite the conclusion of extensive searches.
Coastguard search for two missing men in Devon called off
A major search for two men missing off Budleigh Salterton beach on Christmas Day has been stood down. Emergency services rescued others amid severe weather warnings that cancelled festive swims.
Search for missing Devon swimmers called off on Christmas
A major search operation for two swimmers missing off Budleigh Salterton has been stood down. Emergency services warn of dangerous sea conditions. Read the full story.
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