Coastguard issues inflatable warning: 'They may pose well for Insta but they can pose a danger when up against strong currents and wind, sweeping you out to sea'
With warmer weather hitting our coastlines it means more residents and visitors visiting the beach and taking a swim in the sea.
LATEST NEWS: Five casualties taken to hospital following rescue of child being blown out to sea in an inflatable near FileyHumber Coastguard said: "Inflatable unicorns, watermelons, dinosaurs, you name it, we’ve seen it.
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Hide Ad"Keep your floating friends for the pool. They may pose well for Insta, but they can also pose a danger when up against strong currents and wind, sweeping you out to sea.
"Sun cream ✅, beach towel ✅, life guarded beach ✅, inflatables ❌
"Remember, supervise kids and call #999Coastguard if you spot an inflatable drifting at sea or yours gets blown away. #NotSoInstaFriendly #LeaveThemAtThePool"
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