Up to 20 teenagers are rescued after getting into difficulty in rough seas off Lancashire, according to HM Coastguard. The incident happens near Fleetwood, where coastguard teams help the group after they encounter hazardous conditions. Reports describe a fast response by rescuers and the use of rescue equipment to reach and extract individuals from the water.
One outlet says a throw bag is used as part of the rescue to bring at least one teenager to safety. Other details remain consistent across coverage, including the location and that the operation involves teenagers who require assistance due to the sea state. The accounts characterize the response as a rapid “snatch rescue” style operation, with rescuers reaching people in the water and getting them to safety at the scene.
No further information about the teenagers’ conditions, cause of the incident, or whether additional medical checks are carried out is provided in the supplied summaries.
