A multi-agency team came together to rescue a woman stuck in the mud in Whitby.
Whitby Coastguard Rescue Team, RNLI Lifeboat volunteers, police and fire crews went to the incident at the harbour shortly before midday yesterday.
A Whitby Coastguard spokesperson said: “Thanks to the close proximity of the RNLI boathouse, the RNLI crew were quickly on scene and able to reach the casualty.
“Using digging equipment and some boarding sourced locally, their prompt and calm actions helped free the casualty safely.
“Coastguard officers then assisted the casualty to the boathouse, where they were able to warm up, change into dry clothing, and continue with their day after what would have been a worrying experience.
“Once again, a strong multi-agency response resulted in a positive outcome. The casualty did exactly the right thing by remaining still and asking for assistance, which significantly reduced the risk of further harm.”
The spokesperson added noted that “mud and soft ground around harbours and estuaries can be extremely dangerous, especially as tides change and weather is damper than usual after frost and snow, making ground even softer underfoot”.
The woman who was rescued said: “Thank you so much to all that help to rescue me – forever grateful.”
