Woman saved during late night rescue after falling into Eyemouth harbour
'Members of the public acted quickly - actions that most definitely saved a life'
Last updated 21st Apr 2025
A woman had to be saved during a late night rescue after falling into the water in Eyemouth Harbour over the Easter weekend.
Her sister has taken to social media to praise the emergency services for their response, after attempts to get her out the water herself failed - with the local Coastguard team saying the quick response undoubtedly saved her life.
Volunteers were scrambled to the scene after the alarm was raised around 11.30pm on Good Friday (April 18th), and provided life-saving care until an ambulance arrived.
A spokesperson for Eyemouth Coastguard said: "Upon arrival, the team found that the casualty had thankfully been pulled from the water by quick-thinking members of the public. The individual was extremely cold and in shock.
"Coastguard personnel immediately removed the casualty’s wet clothing and began the process of re-warming and providing lifesaving care until the arrival of the ambulance."
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At the time of the incident, the sea temperature in and around Eyemouth was just eight degrees Celsius - cold enough to cause cold water shock and hypothermia within minutes.
It's prompted a reminder of the dangers of cold water shock.
"Thankfully," the rescue team spokesperson added, "on this occasion, members of the public acted quickly, got the casualty out of the water, and called 999 for immediate assistance - actions that most definitely saved a life."
It's been a busy weekend for our region's rescue teams.
Earlier in the day, three cars were reported stranded on the Holy Island causeway, due to the rising tide.
Seahouses lifeboat was alerted, but quickly stood down after the casualties reached safety.
And Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team was also called out after two walkers became lost near Kielder.
They had left their vehicle at Kielder Castle to follow one of the walking trails, around 3pm, but became disoriented and, with no mobile signal other than being able to call 999, contacted emergency services.
Northumbria Police co-ordinated the response with the support of North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team.
A spokesperson said: "Although PhoneFind could not be used, the walkers were able to provide an accurate location using a compass app on their phone and stayed in regular contact with police thanks to sufficient battery life.
"Based on the information provided, their location was believed to be on a drivable track around 300 metres north of Jamie’s Craggs. Given the fading light and deteriorating weather conditions, a limited response was agreed, and blue lights were authorised for rapid access.
"Both teams deployed vehicles from their respective bases, collecting additional personnel at the rendezvous point at Kielder Castle. From there, a team accessed the track via East Kielder and drove approximately two kilometres southwest, locating the walkers without difficulty. The walkers, who were cold and wet but otherwise unharmed."
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