Selsey coastguard called to kayakers in distress at Bosham

At 3.40pm yesterday, Selsey Coastguard were paged to reports of two casualties stuck in mud at Bosham.

The service deployed two mud technicians to rescue the kayakers.

Coatguard were called to reports of kayakers stuck in the mud. Photo by Selsey Coastguard Rescue Team

A coastguard spokesman said: “On arrival both casualties had done the right thing by staying in their kayak and not trying to walk on the mud.

“The casualties were transferred onto our mud rescue stretchers, and then winched safely back to shore with their kayak.

“Thankfully, both casualties were ok, and no medical assistance was needed, and they were reunited with their family.”

Selsey coastguard responding to the incident. Photo by Selsey Coastguard Rescue Team

The team were stood down and washed down all the ropes and specialist mud rescue equipment.

The service is now warning people of the dangers of becoming stuck in mud.

The spokesman said:” If you become stuck in mud try to stay calm and spread your weight as much as possible, avoid moving and call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

“If you see someone who has become stuck, don’t try to rescue them yourself, without specialist equipment you can easily become stuck too.

“In an emergency out at sea, on the beach or along the coast dial and ask for the Coastguard.”