RNLI lifeguards will finish their daily patrols for the season this weekend and have urged beachgoers to take care this winter.
Concluding the 2022 season on Sunday, September 25, at 6pm, the charity’s lifeguards in association with BCP Council will end their daily patrols at the remaining beaches – Bournemouth East, Bournemouth West, Sandbanks, and Boscombe East.
Kester Sheppard, RNLI lead lifeguard supervisor for East Dorset, said: “As our teams in East Dorset are preparing to end their duty for the 2022 season this Sunday, we are reminding people to take extra care when heading to the coast during the coming months.
“The water temperature will drop significantly, so always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, check tides, weather, and sea conditions; and consider how might these factors affect your planned trip.”
Councillor Beverley Dunlop, member for tourism, culture and vibrant places, added: “We have seen an exceptionally warm summer season. With summer now at a close, I would like to extend my thanks to the RNLI for their support and diligence.
“They have played a key role in helping to ensure the safety of the many thousands of people that have come to enjoy our award-winning beaches, seafront and resort this year.”
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