Warning as paddle-boarder 'swept out to sea' on inflatable

Anyone heading to the coast this week is being reminded to leave inflatables at home.

It comes after a paddle-boarder, who was being blown out to sea on the Northumberland coast, had to be rescued by a family member, who swam to their aid.

Coastguard officers from Berwick were scrambled to the scene at Cocklawburn beach after the alarm was raised around 1.45pm yesterday (Tuesday).

It's the latest in a series of call-outs in the area during the summer holidays.

A spokesperson said: "CROs (Coastguard Rescue Officers) checked the casualty over and offered safety advice around the use of inflatable paddleboards."

But they added: "We would never advise that you swim to the aid of a family member, although as parents - we understand why it happens."

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