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STV News
08-05-2025
- General
- STV News
Video shows dramatic lifeboat rescue of two people stuck in chest-deep water
A video of the dramatic rescue of two people in chest-deep water has been released to warn of the dangers of travelling to Cramond Causeway. RNLI Queensferry released the video showing their call-out to two people in difficulty on on April 1. The pair got into difficulty after becoming stuck when a path to Cramond Island was submerged by the tide, and they tried to wade through the rising water. The emergency rescue service has warned others of the dangers of travelling to the island during certain hours. Anyone making the journey has been urged to check signage or text the helpline for more advice and call the coastguard right away in an emergency situation. A statement posted on social media said: 'Are you visiting Cramond Island this bank holiday weekend? 'Cramond Island is accessible only during certain states the tide via the causeway, meaning the path is quickly submerged by the tide, and visitors who are unaware of, or misjudge the timings, may find themselves trapped. 'Always check signage or text CRAMOND to 81400 for the day's safe crossing times. 'In an emergency, do not attempt to wade through rising water. Instead, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.' STV News is now on WhatsApp Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hero Edinburgh RNLI crewman raises thousands after completing London Marathon
A hero RNLI Queensferry crew member took on a massive physical undertaking for charity and raised thousands for a good cause. Chris Brydie has volunteered with the RNLI in Edinburgh for the past four years and loves helping save lives on the water. The devoted crew member completed the London Marathon to benefit the charity and to help them continue their rescue work. READ MORE: East Lothian planners criticise Historic Environment Scotland over 'unhelpful' response READ MORE: Parents 'optimistic' Edinburgh schools mobile phone ban will help students focus Chris ran through scorching conditions for 26.2 miles with an impressive finishing time of three hours and 52 minutes. ADVERTISEMENT He even made it to Monday night RNLI training the following day, according to the RNLI Queensferry Lifeboat's social media. In total, Chris raised £4,800, according to the Lifeboat. Chris shared his marathon story for the RNLI Queensferry on Enthuse, where he is still accepting donations. It reads: "I've been a crew member on the RNLI Lifeboat at Queensferry since 2021 and I see first-hand the great work that the RNLI do - Saving Lives at Sea. "I'm proud of this work and have therefore chosen to raise money for the RNLI by running the London Marathon this year. It's not going to be easy - I'm closer to 50 years old than 40, my body doesn't fix itself like it used to and 26 miles is still a very long way! "I appreciate that there are many good charities to donate to, but I would be incredibly grateful for any sort of donation towards my goal. ADVERTISEMENT "It's worth highlighting that the RNLI is a charity funded almost entirely by donations, grants and wills - we receive no financial support from the government. Put simply, we can't save lives without your support." If you want to donate to Chris's cause, you can do so here.
Edinburgh Live
07-05-2025
- General
- Edinburgh Live
Hero Edinburgh RNLI crewman raises thousands after completing London Marathon
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 hero RNLI Queensferry crew member took on a massive physical undertaking for charity and raised thousands for a good cause. Chris Brydie has volunteered with the RNLI in Edinburgh for the past four years and loves helping save lives on the water. The devoted crew member completed the London Marathon to benefit the charity and to help them continue their rescue work. Chris ran through scorching conditions for 26.2 miles with an impressive finishing time of three hours and 52 minutes. He even made it to Monday night RNLI training the following day, according to the RNLI Queensferry Lifeboat's social media. In total, Chris raised £4,800, according to the Lifeboat. Chris shared his marathon story for the RNLI Queensferry on Enthuse, where he is still accepting donations. It reads: "I've been a crew member on the RNLI Lifeboat at Queensferry since 2021 and I see first-hand the great work that the RNLI do - Saving Lives at Sea. "I'm proud of this work and have therefore chosen to raise money for the RNLI by running the London Marathon this year. It's not going to be easy - I'm closer to 50 years old than 40, my body doesn't fix itself like it used to and 26 miles is still a very long way! "I appreciate that there are many good charities to donate to, but I would be incredibly grateful for any sort of donation towards my goal. "It's worth highlighting that the RNLI is a charity funded almost entirely by donations, grants and wills - we receive no financial support from the government. Put simply, we can't save lives without your support." If you want to donate to Chris's cause, you can do so here. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hero Edinburgh RNLI rescue teams launch a staggering six times in past week
The RNLI Queensferry lifeboat has launched on service six times in the past week to a number of incidents involving people cut off by the high spring tides. The calls were made between Monday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 3, spurring the rescue team into action. The first call came in on March 31 when UK Coastguard recieved reports at 4.55pm of an adult, two children, and two dogs cut off by the tide on the rocks east of St David's Harbour, Inverkeithing Bay. READ MORE: Edinburgh-born astronaut takes first flight in SpaceX mission READ MORE: Edinburgh to trial new tactile paving layout to help sight-impaired pedestrians The crew was already gathered at the station following an earlier shout and waiting for the tide to drop in order to undertake a training session on the slipway. The lifeboat proceeded at best speed to St David's and located the casualties on the rocks near the waters edge. All were recovered to the lifeboat and taken to St David's Harbour to be met by local Coastguard teams. On Tuesday, April 1, crews were paged at 2.45pm to reports of three people in the water on Cramond Causeway. The lifeboat arrived on scene and spotted two people chest-deep in the water part way across the causeway to the mainland. The individuals were recovered to the lifeboat. It was confirmed by the first informant that there were no further persons in the water. The casualties were very cold and were taken to Cramond Village to be met by an waiting ambulance and local Coastguard Rescue Teams. The crew then undertook a shoreline search of the island along with Kinghorn Lifeboat to ensure there was no one cut off by the tide on the island. The following day, the rescue squad was called to action again for the third consecutive day when a report came in at 2.18pm of a person cut off by the tide on Birnie Rocks, west of Granton Harbour. The lifeboat arrived on scene to find the individual standing on rocks, nearly in the water due to the rapidly flooding tide. Under challenging conditions, both due to the position of the casualty surrounded by rocks and the sea state, the person was recovered to the lifeboat. They were assessed and found to be extremely cold. Crew monitored the individual and tried to keep them warm as they headed to Granton Harbour to meet local Coastguard teams and await an ambulance. As the person was handed over at Granton, the lifeboat was re-tasked to two persons and two dogs cut off by the tide on Cramond Island. These persons were recovered and taken to Granton Harbour. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
