Living in the Humber gives us access to miles of beautiful beaches on the Holderness and North East Lincolnshire Coasts. While this can be a huge asset for being active, if good practice is not followed it can present a serious risk.
It is vital to understand how to stay safe in and around water. In 2022 there were 597 deaths in water.
If you are in an emergency situation, you should call 999 and ask for the Coastguard when out at sea or ask for the Fire and Rescue service when at an inland body of water.
It is important when going in the sea that you check the weather forecast and tide times in advance and are able to swim confidently.
Below are some resources on how to stay safe in water and on the coast.
Float To Live Campaign
If you find yourself in difficulty while in the water do not try to swim hard. Do tilt your head back, relax and float.
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI)’s Float To Live campaign is an easy guide on how to save your own life when in the water. It features a five step guide on what to do and a short video demonstrating this.
