On Friday February 9 just before 4.30pm Kingsbridge Coastguard Rescue Team were called out for a medical evacuation.

They were asked by Falmouth Coastguard (MRCC) to help South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust at South Milton Sands, after a walker was suffering from a medical episode.

As team members arrived on scene, paramedics and community first responders were already treating the casualty and no further assistance was needed.

The Coastguard Rescue Service (CRS) is made up of volunteers who carry out rescues and help those in distress around our coast.

Remember in a coastal emergency, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

To find out more about the team and how to volunteer e-mail: [email protected]