A
rescue attempt is currently underway to save a man trapped between rocks off
the Norfolk coast.
The
Coastguard said emergency services are cutting through a rock on the East
Promenade in Sheringham, as the tide comes in with the water up to his neck.
Rescue
teams were called in just after 5.30pm having received a 999 call. Emergency
responders are at the scene helping to reassure the man and holding his head
above the water.
He
has also been given breathing apparatus and a lifejacket. Zach Pedley from HM Coastguard
said: ‘This is a very frightening experience for this man.
‘Thankfully
someone knew to call 999 and ask for the Coastguard which meant we could send
the right response immediately.
Everyone
is working together at the scene to keep him calm and safe as we effect the
rescue.’
Norfolk
Fire and Rescue Service tweeted: ‘We are currently dealing with a protracted
incident on East Promenade in Sheringham with our partner agencies.
‘Please
avoid the area to allow our crews to work. Thank you.’
Source: Metro.co.uk
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