With the hot weather out of the ‘peak’ of summer, the RNLI has reminded people to stay safe in north Norfolk.
As temperatures are forecasted to reach almost 30 degrees over the weekend, the lifeboat service has told people to keep safe if they are heading to coastal spots such as Wells-next-the-Sea.
With the school holidays now over for most, the RNLI is also winding down some of its beach lifeguard service which runs throughout the peak summer season.
A spokesperson for Wells RNLI said: “With the warm weather forecast this week, we want to remind everyone to stay safe when visiting the coast.
“As the peak season finishes for RNLI lifeguards and with a reduction of lifeguarded beaches, we’re asking people to continue to take care and be aware of the dangers.
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“If you are planning on swimming at a lifeguarded beach, we highly recommend you swim between the red and yellow flags as this is the safest area and is most closely monitored by lifeguards.”
The RNLI also reminded people about the 'float to live' procedure.
Under the guidelines, anyone who finds themselves in trouble in the water should tilt their head back with their ears submerged and try to relax, and control their breathing. Hands can be used to help stay afloat, while the person in trouble calls for help for swims for safety.
The RNLI also stressed the importance of checking the tide times before going out walking. In recent weeks there has been an increase in tidal cut-off call-outs.
People are asked to stay vigilant of their surroundings and make sure to be back on the main part of the beach four hours before high water.
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