Coastguard and lifeguards in Sandsend rescue

Whitby Coastguard rescue team were called to help someone who was injured after slipping on rocks and falling near the car park at Sandsend.

The team, found the casualty near the road bridge close to the car park at the north of Sandsend who were alerted on Thursday September 3 at 1.44pm,

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Whitby JM Coastguard were called to Sandsend

Lifeguards were already there and, with their help, the coastguard rescuers helped the person up to the car park and into the care of the ambulance service.

If you see anyone in trouble at sea or on the coast, dial 999 and ask for the coastguard.

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