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Beach Safety in Cornwall

Cornwall boasts some of the most spectacular beaches in the country but please take care around our beautiful ocean environment.

To ensure you and your family don't put yourselves in danger we have compiled some simple steps you can take to stay safe on the beach.

 

Lifeguard - copyright VisitCornwall/Bob BerryTop tips to stay safe

 

  • Always read and obey the safety signs usually found at the entrance to the beach. These will help you avoid potential hazards on the beach and identify the safest areas for swimming.

 

  • When on a lifeguarded beach, find the red and yellow flags and always swim or bodyboard between them - this area is patrolled by lifeguards.

 

  • Never swim alone.

 

  • If you get in trouble, stick your hand in the air and shout for help.

 

  • If you see someone in difficulty, never attempt a rescue. Tell a lifeguard or, if you can't see a lifeguard, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.

 

  • Know your flags. Click here to find out what each of the flags mean.

 

For further information on beach safety visit www.rnli.org.uk/beachsafety, call 0800 328 0600 or click here to download a RNLI beach safety guide.

 

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