'Severely hypothermic' person sparked major rescue bid at Conwy resort

Andrew Forgrave

30 November 2024 at 2:34 am·2-min read

The casualty was stretchered to a Coastguard helicopter after being brought ashore — -Credit: (Image: Llandudno Coastguard)

A “severely hypothermic” person floundering in the sea near a Conwy resort was plucked to safety after being spotted by member of the public. A Coastguard helicopter was part of a rapid multi-agency response said to have “saved” the individual’s life.

The drama unfolded around 12.30pm yesterday (Friday, November 29) following reports that a person – reported locally to be female – was in difficulties near Colwyn Bay pier. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) said a helicopter, coastguards, ambulance and an RNLI lifeboat crew were sent to the scene.

Leading efforts on the beach was the Llandudno Coastguard Rescue Team. A spokesperson said: “The casualty was spotted by a member of the public who pointed out their location to the first Coastguard on scene.

"This enabled us to guide the lifeboat to the casualty who was taken on board the lifeboat and brought ashore. The casualty was severely hypothermic and we assisted with casualty care until paramedics and the Coastguard helicopter arrived on scene.

"We cleared an area of beach for the Coastguard helicopter to land and then carried the casualty to the helicopter.” Join the North Wales Live WhatsApp community group where you can get the latest stories delivered straight to your phone

The Coastguard helicopter from Caernarfon landed west of the pier in Colwyn Bay. Once on board, the casualty was airlifted to Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. Their condition is unknown. Footage from the incident can be seen here.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency added: “This was an excellent example of a multi-agency effort resulting in a life being saved. Llandudno Coastguard Rescue Team, RNLI Llandudno Lifeboat, North Wales Police, Welsh Ambulance Service and Coastguard Rescue 936 all worked together to provide the best possible care for this casualty.” Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox

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