Banana Beach: Cargo Spill After Ship Loses Containers
A cargo ship lost 16 containers off the Isle of Wight, sending thousands of bananas and other fruit onto Selsey beach. Authorities warn the public to stay away and report any wreckage.
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Shipping containers fall into Solent, cruise delayed
Sixteen shipping containers, many filled with fruit, fell from a cargo ship into the Solent, delaying a P&O cruise. Public warned not to touch washed-up bananas.
Cruise ship stuck after 18 containers fall into Solent
The P&O Cruises ship Iona is delayed in Southampton after 18 shipping containers, carrying bananas, fell from a cargo vessel into the Solent. Authorities are working to locate and recover the containers. Read the latest updates.
Man dies after falling overboard near Newhaven
A man has died after falling from a vessel off the south coast near Newhaven. A major search operation involving lifeboats and a helicopter recovered his body. Read the full story.
Man dies after falling from yacht in English Channel
A passenger tragically died after falling from a yacht off the coast of Newhaven. Sussex Police have confirmed the recovery of his body. Read the latest updates.
Emergency Declared as Reindeer Escapes Christmas Event
A major emergency operation unfolded in Formby after a reindeer escaped a Christmas event. Police, Royal Marines, and Coastguard teams successfully located and rescued the animal. Read the full story of this festive rescue mission.
Man Overboard from Yacht in English Channel
A huge search is underway after a passenger fell from a luxury catamaran near the Rampion Wind Farm. RNLI lifeboats and Coastguard crews are involved. Follow for live updates.
Escaped reindeer sparks massive rescue operation in Formby
A huge emergency operation involving coastguard and Royal Marines was launched after a reindeer escaped from a Formby Christmas event. Read how Christmas was saved.
Man Overboard in Channel Near Brighton Wind Farm
A major rescue mission is underway off the Sussex coast after a man fell from a luxury catamaran. Coastguard helicopters and lifeboats are involved in the ongoing search.
Tourist overboard from TUI cruise ship near Canaries
A desperate search is underway after a passenger fell from the Marella Explorer 2 cruise ship. Spanish authorities are leading the rescue mission. Follow the latest updates.
New 12-hour ice warning issued for UK
The Met Office has issued a new 12-hour yellow weather warning for ice as a severe cold snap hits the UK. Drivers urged to take extreme caution on treacherous roads.
Philippines summons Chinese diplomat over sea clash
Manila demands explanation after Chinese coastguard vessels allegedly rammed and damaged Philippine boats in contested waters, escalating regional tensions.
China water cannons Philippine vessels in sea dispute
Chinese coastguard vessels unleash water cannons on Philippine ships in contested Scarborough Shoal, marking dangerous escalation in territorial dispute as Manila condemns 'illegal' actions.
Body found in Thames near Parliament in emergency response
A major multi-agency search operation on the River Thames concluded tragically as police recovered a body near the Houses of Parliament. HM Coastguard, RNLI and Metropolitan Police responded to the emergency.
Man rescued from quicksand on Welsh beach in tide race
A walker faced a nightmare scenario when he became trapped in quicksand on a Welsh beach, sparking a dramatic three-hour rescue operation against the incoming tide.
French yachtsman rescued after Atlantic fishing rod plunge
A French sailor's terrifying ordeal in the Atlantic Ocean leads to a dramatic coastguard rescue after he jumped from his yacht to retrieve a lost fishing rod, sparking a major search operation.
Family rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay drama
Emergency services pull four family members from dangerous quicksand during dramatic Morecambe Bay rescue operation near Silverdale. Coastguard and fire crews respond to coastal emergency.
Woman rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay night op
Emergency services pull woman to safety after she becomes trapped in quicksand during evening walk along Morecambe Bay coastline in heart-stopping rescue mission.
Jet skier dies in sea off Brighton beach
Emergency services race to Brighton beach after jet skier gets into difficulty in the sea. Despite extensive rescue efforts, the individual tragically dies at the scene.
Urgent Search for Missing Boatie Off Mornington Peninsula
An urgent marine search is underway for a missing boatie who failed to return from a fishing trip off Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Multiple emergency services are scouring coastal waters amid growing concerns.
Cape Cod Family Rescued After Boat Fire
A Massachusetts family's fishing trip turned into a nightmare when their boat caught fire off Cape Cod, leaving them stranded in the Atlantic until a dramatic coastguard rescue.
UK Storm Warning: 70mph Winds and Flood Risk
The Met Office has escalated weather alerts across southern England and Wales as a powerful storm system threatens 70mph winds and intense rainfall, sparking major travel disruption fears.
Portland cliff rescue: Climber survives 100ft fall
Emergency services perform daring overnight rescue operation after climber falls from treacherous Dorset cliffs, highlighting the dangers of coastal climbing.
Coastguard helicopter joins major search at Saunton Sands
Emergency services launch major coastal search at popular Devon beach after concerns for person's safety, with police and coastguard teams scouring the area.
Chinese coastguard rams Philippine vessel in South China Sea
Shocking confrontation unfolds in disputed waters as Chinese coastguard vessels use aggressive tactics against Philippine boats in escalating territorial dispute over Second Thomas Shoal.
Search continues for teen missing in Bournemouth pier tragedy
Emergency services continue search for missing teenager Thomas Kwan after another swimmer dies in Bournemouth pier incident. Coastguard and police investigation underway.
Major Coastguard Search for Missing Man in North Wales
Emergency services are scouring the North Wales coast after a man's disappearance sparked a massive search operation involving multiple rescue teams.
Weymouth Beach Emergency: Major Multi-Service Response
Dorset's popular seaside resort plunged into chaos as multiple emergency services rushed to Weymouth Pavilion following a serious medical emergency on the beach.
Coastguard's daring cliff rescue saves dog from 300ft fall
In a heart-stopping rescue operation, HM Coastguard teams performed a miraculous cliffside mission to save a stranded dog clinging to a narrow ledge after falling 300 feet in Cornwall.
British tourist rescued after 12-hour jet ski ordeal
A British holidaymaker's dream vacation turned into a desperate fight for survival when he was swept out to sea on a jet ski and spent 12 harrowing hours clinging to buoys before a dramatic rescue.
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