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Wales Online
01-07-2025
- General
- Wales Online
Major rescue launched after teens 'tombstone' near North Wales castle
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A major rescue operation was launched on Monday night after two teenagers got into difficulty while "tombstoning" near Criccieth Castle in North Wales. One of the teens became stranded on rocks beneath the castle, while the other was waist-deep in water and called 999 for help. A large-scale response was scrambled to the scene, involving coastguard rescue teams, police, lifeboat crews, firefighters, paramedics, and a coastguard helicopter. The incident has prompted warnings about the dangers of tombstoning, a high-risk activity that involves jumping or diving from height into water. A statement from Criccieth Lifeboat said: "At 9.06pm on Monday evening (1.6.25) both Lifeboats from Criccieth's RNLI Lifeboat Station launched immediately following reports of a youth stuck on cliffs beneath Criccieth Castle. "The youth had been part of a larger group who were tomb-stoning from boulders, prior to climbing onto a higher ledge and being unable to climb down. Another youth, who'd tried to help, was assisted out of the water suffering from the effects of the cold. "The Crew, alongside teams from Gwylwyr y Glannau Criccieth / Criccieth Coastguard Rescue Team, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team, North Wales Police, North Wales Fire and Rescue and the Welsh Ambulance Service attended, as well as HM Coastguard's Rescue 936 Helicopter.", reports North Wales Live. "Following a full assessment of the situation-including use of a Police drone-the emergency services concluded that the safest means of extracting the youth was for a member of Criccieth's HM Coastguard team to abseil down the high cliff from near the castle, secure the youth in a strop, and continue the descent down to the Station's awaiting inshore rescue boat. "The Crew transferred the youth, who was suffering from the effects of the cold, into the care of an awaiting Ambulance team. The Rescue 936 helicopter flew at low-level illuminating the scene whilst the rescue was concluded. All emergency services remained at the scene during the complex, multi-agency response." A statement from Criccieth Coastguard read: "At 21:06 the team were tasked to reports of 2 casualties in the vicinity of Criccieth Castle - one in the water and one stuck on the cliffside and unable to move. "Upon our arrival Criccieth Lifeboat was on scene, with the lifeboat just making its way in to rescue the one in the water and to have eyes on the cliff side. "Our team made their way up to the castle with ALL of our equipment (including the 300m rope bag) and set up for a rescue to send a technician down to the 2nd casualty to secure him and then proceed to lower him down to the waiting lifeboat. "Once in the boat the casualty and our technician were safely taken ashore with the casualty being checked over by the waiting ambulance team. "Great representation this evening of teamwork between all parties involved. Happy to see both safe after the experience." A Criccieth lifeboat spokesperson added: "Diving off the boulders and cliffs around the Castle is common-place during the summer months, however anyone going onto the rocks should be aware of the grave danger. It's a high-risk activity that has the potential to end in injury or tragedy. "Thankfully this evening's incident concluded safely due to the response of the Crew, other emergency services and notably the bravery of our local HM Coastguard team; it's a reminder of the significant dangers of such activities. We wish the youth a speedy recovery. "We'd also like to remind people not to place themselves in danger when seeking to help, and instead dial 999 and ask for the appropriate emergency service." At 11.30pm both Lifeboats were refuelled and once again ready for service.
North Wales Chronicle
01-07-2025
- North Wales Chronicle
Castle tombstoning incident prompts rescue and safety plea
The incident happened on Monday evening. Both Lifeboats from Criccieth's RNLI Lifeboat Station launched following reports of a young person stuck on cliffs beneath Criccieth Castle. Another individual, who had tried to help, was assisted out of the water suffering from the effects of the cold. Supporting the lifeboat was Criccieth Coastguard Rescue Team, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team, North Wales Police, North Wales Fire and Rescue, the Welsh Ambulance Service attended and HM Coastguard's Rescue 936 helicopter. A police drone was also used. A statement from RNLI Criccieth Lifeboat said: "At 9.06pm on Monday evening both Lifeboats from Criccieth's RNLI Lifeboat Station launched immediately following reports of a youth stuck on cliffs beneath Criccieth Castle. The youth had been part of a larger group who were tomb-stoning from boulders, prior to climbing onto a higher ledge and being unable to climb down. Another youth, who'd tried to help, was assisted out of the water suffering from the effects of the cold. "The crew, alongside teams from Gwylwyr y Glannau Criccieth / Criccieth Coastguard Rescue Team, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team, North Wales Police, North Wales Fire & Rescue and the Welsh Ambulance Service attended, as well as HM Coastguard's Rescue 936 Helicopter. MORE NEWS Two sailors rescued after trying to 'right' capsized vessel near Puffin Island 'Vicious and violent' assault leaves parent afraid to send children to Gwynedd school "Following a full assessment of the situation-including use of a police drone-the emergency services concluded that the safest means of extracting the youth was for a member of Criccieth's HM Coastguard team to abseil down the high cliff from near the castle, secure the youth in a strop, and continue the descent down to the station's awaiting inshore rescue boat. "The crew transferred the youth, who was suffering from the effects of the cold, into the care of an awaiting ambulance team. "The Rescue 936 helicopter flew at low-level illuminating the scene whilst the rescue was concluded. "All emergency services remained at the scene during the complex, multi-agency response. A spokesperson on behalf of the RNLI Criccieth Lifeboat said: "Diving off the boulders and cliffs around the castle is common-place during the summer months, however anyone going onto the rocks should be aware of the grave danger. It's a high-risk activity that has the potential to end in injury or tragedy. "Thankfully the evening's incident concluded safely due to the response of the crew, other emergency services and notably the bravery of our local HM Coastguard team. "It's a reminder of the significant dangers of such activities. "We wish the youth a speedy recovery. "We'd also like to remind people not to place themselves in danger when seeking to help, and instead dial 999 and ask for the appropriate emergency service."
Wales Online
01-07-2025
- Climate
- Wales Online
Dramatic rescue launched after teens get into difficulty near beauty spot
Dramatic rescue launched after teens get into difficulty near beauty spot One became stuck on rocks while another was waist deep in water Rescue teams were called to help teens in trouble near Criccieth Castle (Image: Criccieth Coastguard ) A significant rescue operation was launched last night (Monday) when two teenagers found themselves in a spot of bother after 'tombstoning' near a Welsh castle. One became stuck on rocks beneath Criccieth Castle, while another was waist deep in water and dialled 999. Coastguard rescue teams, North Wales Police, lifeboat crews, the fire service, ambulance service, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team and a Coastguard helicopter were all dispatched to the scene. Following the rescue, warnings have been issued about the dangers of tombstoning - a high-risk activity where individuals jump or dive from height into water. Following the rescue, warnings have been issued about the dangers of tombstoning - a high-risk activity where individuals jump or dive from height into water. (Image: Criccieth Coastguard ) A statement from Criccieth Lifeboat read: "At 9.06pm on Monday evening (1.6.25) both Lifeboats from Criccieth's RNLI Lifeboat Station launched immediately following reports of a youth stuck on cliffs beneath Criccieth Castle. "The youth had been part of a larger group who were tomb-stoning from boulders, prior to climbing onto a higher ledge and being unable to climb down. Another youth, who'd tried to help, was assisted out of the water suffering from the effects of the cold," reports North Wales Live. "The Crew, alongside teams from Gwylwyr y Glannau Criccieth / Criccieth Coastguard Rescue Team, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team, North Wales Police, North Wales Fire and Rescue and the Welsh Ambulance Service attended, as well as HM Coastguard's Rescue 936 Helicopter. Article continues below "Following a full assessment of the situation-including use of a Police drone-the emergency services concluded that the safest means of extracting the youth was for a member of Criccieth's HM Coastguard team to abseil down the high cliff from near the castle, secure the youth in a strop, and continue the descent down to the Station's awaiting inshore rescue boat. "The Crew transferred the youth, who was suffering from the effects of the cold, into the care of an awaiting ambulance team. The Rescue 936 helicopter flew at low-level illuminating the scene whilst the rescue was concluded. All emergency services remained at the scene during the complex, multi-agency response." A statement from Criccieth Coastguard read: "At 9.06pm the team were tasked to reports of two casualties in the vicinity of Criccieth Castle - one in the water and one stuck on the cliffside and unable to move. "Upon our arrival Criccieth Lifeboat was on scene, with the lifeboat just making its way in to rescue the one in the water and to have eyes on the cliff side. "Our team made their way up to the castle with all of our equipment (including the 300m rope bag) and set up for a rescue to send a technician down to the second casualty to secure him and then proceed to lower him down to the waiting lifeboat. "Once in the boat the casualty and our technician were safely taken ashore with the casualty being checked over by the waiting ambulance team. "Great representation this evening of teamwork between all parties involved. Happy to see both safe after the experience." A spokesperson for the Criccieth lifeboat added: 'Diving off the boulders and cliffs around the Castle is common-place during the summer months, however anyone going onto the rocks should be aware of the grave danger. It's a high-risk activity that has the potential to end in injury or tragedy. "Thankfully this evening's incident concluded safely due to the response of the Crew, other emergency services and notably the bravery of our local HM Coastguard team; it's a reminder of the significant dangers of such activities. We wish the youth a speedy recovery. Article continues below "We'd also like to remind people not to place themselves in danger when seeking to help, and instead dial 999 and ask for the appropriate emergency service." At 11.30pm both Lifeboats were refuelled and once again ready for service.
North Wales Live
01-07-2025
- North Wales Live
Major rescue launched to teens in danger after 'tombstoning' near castle
A major rescue was launched last night (Monday) when two teens get into trouble after 'tombstoning' near a North Wales castle. One became cragfast on rocks under Criccieth Castle, while another was waist deep in water who called police on 999. Coastguard rescue teams, North Wales Police, lifeboat crews, the fire service, ambulance service, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team and a Coastguard helicopter were scrambled to the scene. People have been warned of the dangers of tombstoning - a high-risk, activity where people jump or dive from height into water, following the rescue. A Criccieth Lifeboat statement said: "At 9.06pm on Monday evening (1.6.25) both Lifeboats from Criccieth's RNLI Lifeboat Station launched immediately following reports of a youth stuck on cliffs beneath Criccieth Castle. "The youth had been part of a larger group who were tomb-stoning from boulders, prior to climbing onto a higher ledge and being unable to climb down. Another youth, who'd tried to help, was assisted out of the water suffering from the effects of the cold. "The Crew, alongside teams from Gwylwyr y Glannau Criccieth / Criccieth Coastguard Rescue Team, Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team, North Wales Police, North Wales Fire & Rescue and the Welsh Ambulance Service attended, as well as HM Coastguard's Rescue 936 Helicopter. "Following a full assessment of the situation-including use of a Police drone-the emergency services concluded that the safest means of extracting the youth was for a member of Criccieth's HM Coastguard team to abseil down the high cliff from near the castle, secure the youth in a strop, and continue the descent down to the Station's awaiting inshore rescue boat. "The Crew transferred the youth, who was suffering from the effects of the cold, into the care of an awaiting Ambulance team. The Rescue 936 helicopter flew at low-level illuminating the scene whilst the rescue was concluded. All emergency services remained at the scene during the complex, multi-agency response." A Crricieth Coastguard statement said: "At 21:06 the team were tasked to reports of 2 casualties in the vicinity of Criccieth Castle - one in the water and one stuck on the cliffside and unable to move. "Upon our arrival Criccieth Lifeboat was on scene, with the lifeboat just making its way in to rescue the one in the water and to have eyes on the cliff side. "Our team made their way up to the castle with ALL of our equipment (including the 300m rope bag) and set up for a rescue to send a technician down to the 2nd casualty to secure him and then proceed to lower him down to the waiting lifeboat. "Once in the boat the casualty and our technician were safely taken ashore with the casualty being checked over by the waiting ambulance team. "Great representation this evening of teamwork between all parties involved. Happy to see both safe after the experience." A Criccieth lifeboat spokesperson added: 'Diving off the boulders and cliffs around the Castle is common-place during the summer months, however anyone going onto the rocks should be aware of the grave danger. It's a high-risk activity that has the potential to end in injury or tragedy. "Thankfully this evening's incident concluded safely due to the response of the Crew, other emergency services and notably the bravery of our local HM Coastguard team; it's a reminder of the significant dangers of such activities. We wish the youth a speedy recovery. "We'd also like to remind people not to place themselves in danger when seeking to help, and instead dial 999 and ask for the appropriate emergency service." At 11.30pm both Lifeboats were refuelled and once again ready for service.
North Wales Chronicle
22-06-2025
- North Wales Chronicle
Paddleboarder and kayaker winched to safety off Anglesey
The incident happened just after 3pm on Sunday, June 22, near Lligwy Beach. Moelfre Coastguard and Cemaes Bay Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked by MRCC Holyhead — the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre operated by HM Coastguard — following reports of a capsized paddleboarder and kayaker, with one person in the water unable to swim. On arrival, two paddleboarders who had returned safely to shore were located. They had called 999 to report that two of their friends were still in difficulty further offshore. Due to an offshore breeze, the two had been swept out to sea while the others managed to paddle back to safety. A search was launched involving RNLI Moelfre Lifeboat (ALB), the Rescue 936 helicopter, and the National Coastwatch Institution at Moelfre. MORE NEWS A statement into the incident said: "One casualty was located swiftly, and the second was winched from the water approximately 30 minutes after the initial call. Both were transferred to Ysbyty Gwynedd for further medical assessment. "None of the group were wearing lifejackets, and only one wore a wetsuit. "Once safe, the two informants were debriefed, and taken along with their kit back to their accommodation to warm up and get changed." Safety advice was given to all involved. The statement added: "Thanks to the quick actions of the first informants and the co-ordinated response of all rescue services, this incident had a positive outcome."
