Dog and Owner Rescued in Dramatic East Sussex Sea Rescue
A major rescue is underway off Peacehaven, East Sussex, after a dog and its owner got into trouble in the choppy waters.
Coastguard and Lifeboat Launch Emergency Operation
HM Coastguard is coordinating the response, deploying a Coastguard helicopter and the Brighton lifeboat this evening (Tuesday).
Coastguard Rescue 163 from Lydd and the lifeboat launched at around 6pm, heading to the beach near Malines Avenue as conditions worsened.
Heroic Rescue and Ongoing CPR Efforts
A passerby and coastguard rescue team pulled one person from the water. Two others managed to self-rescue, including a surfer and the person now fighting for their life.
Newhaven coastguard members are performing continuous CPR on the critical victim. The Coastguard helicopter hovered overhead with a paramedic winched down to assist.
Emergency Services Stand Down and Air Ambulance Arrives
Brighton lifeboat has now been stood down and is returning to base. An air ambulance has landed nearby to provide urgent medical support.
More updates to follow as the situation develops.
