NB for broadcast – Winter sea swimmers urged to follow key safety advice as RNLI lifeguards stand down from beaches during the colder months

With RNLI lifeguards off duty during the Christmas and winter season, sea swimmers are being urged to stay safe. The charity advises new and experienced swimmers to swim with a buddy, choose a safe spot, check tides and weather, wear bright gear, enter the water slowly and carry a way to call for help. In an emergency, call nine nine nine and ask for the coastguard.. You can see more about this, and add your own notice, at bournemouth one dot com.