Sussex Coast Incident News Page

15/12/2024

UPDATE FROM RNLI Eastbourne
A huge thank you to everyone who came out and joined us for Carols with the Crew today
Our volunteers arrived aboard the All Weather Lifeboat Esme Anderson and joined Eastbourne Voices Choir and the Lewes, Glynde and Beddingham Brass Band at the waterfront restaurants in Sovereign Harbour. Lifeboat Operations Manager Carl Pocock opened the carol service and gave a brief talk about the station operations in the last year before the singing began.

After two carols led by the crew and one from Eastbourne Voices Choir, long serving crew member Alan read the RNLI pledge, two more carols and crew member Liz read 'Twas the night before Christmas'

Father Robert Coates, station chaplain gave an address before the final carols and a final thank you from Carl on behalf of all the crew.

14/12/2024

Brighton v Crystal Palace - Sunday
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⚽ Increased police presence in Brighton this Sunday for the v match at 2 PM.

🚨 Alcohol restrictions in city centre under PSPO – officers can seize drinks outside licensed premises.

🚆 Travel disruptions expected near Brighton station. Plan ahead!

Read More on Sussex.News ➡️

Brighton & Hove Albion v Crystal Palace: Increased police presence planned for a safe and enjoyable match experience in Brighton.

14/12/2024

Newhaven swing bridge will be opening this evening

14/12/2024

UPDATE!! According to our latest Marine VHF radio communications Santa is very excited to be coming to Littlehampton on Sunday 15 December and will be arriving on the turn of the tide at the slightly earlier time of 11.30am, but he will be around the lifeboats and the lifeboat station for some time to make sure he greets everyone. Stormy Stan might be there too. Only one sleep until Santa sails in. 🎅

14/12/2024

Carols with the crew of RNLI Eastbourne tomorrow .

13/12/2024

HASTINGS RNLI

🎉 ***LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE FUN!*** 🎉
(Online registration is closed, but you can still dive in—literally!)
🌊 **Online registrations via Eventbrite for our "December Dip" this Sunday (15th December 2024) are now closed, BUT there’s good news!** You can still register in person on the day and join the waves of daring dippers. Meet us this Sunday at 9 AM at the RNLI Hastings Lifeboat Station On-the-day registration is just £10.
💦 **DARE TO DIVE THIS DECEMBER? LESS THAN A 3 DAYS TO GO!** 💦

Are you ready to take the plunge into icy waters for an incredible cause? Join us in Hastings for the RNLI **December Dip**—a thrilling event to help save lives at sea. 🛟

✨ **Here’s why you don’t want to miss this:**
🌊 **Three Waves of Dippers**—Fancy dress highly encouraged!
☕ **Hot Drinks** to warm you up post-dip.
🍳 **Mouthwatering Food** by to keep you fueled.
🎶 **Tunes** from the to keep the vibe going.
🛍 **RNLI Shop** for your festive gifting needs.
🛡 **Safety First**—Our professional team has got your back.
🎅 Whether you’re diving solo, challenging your friends, or bringing the whole family, this event promises unforgettable memories, heartwarming camaraderie, and a chance to make a big splash for a lifesaving cause. 💙

🗓 **Mark your calendar: THIS SUNDAY at 9 AM**
Let’s make waves for the RNLI and kick off December with a chill you’ll never forget!

13/12/2024

Come and support Brighton Lifeboat Station - RNLI Open Day tomorrow ⬇️

🎅 Slots available for Grotto
🧝 Free elf games from the amazing Iris Enchanted Parties 10.30am-11.30am

13/12/2024

🚨 Police Appeal for Witnesses in Eastbourne Assault 🚨
A 17-year-old boy was injured in an incident involving a group of seven individuals on the Eastbourne Promenade near the pier on November 10. The boy sustained a serious hand injury, consistent with a stabbing. Sussex Police have made six arrests but are urging anyone who may have seen what happened to come forward.

This occurred during daylight in a busy area. If you have any information, report it online or call 101 quoting reference 751 of 10/11. Let’s help keep Eastbourne safe.



Read More on Sussex.News ➡️

Sussex Police investigate assault on 17-year-old boy near Eastbourne Pier. Help catch the perpetrators of the stabbing incident.

10/12/2024

Just a reminder that Santa is planning a pre-Christmas trip to Littlehampton. Sunday 15th December 12pm onwards Santa will be in the harbour arriving on the Sir William Arnold heritage lifeboat which is already looking resplendent and ready for Christmas.

10/12/2024

Only a 3 days left to register for this year's December Dip, which takes place this Sunday - the weather is also looking good!

To find out more and to register visit https://DecemberDipShoreham.eventbrite.co.uk
Registration closes on 13th December at 7pm.

10/12/2024

VIDEO: A Voice for Change This Christmas!
Sussex singer Dean Ager’s Freezing This Christmas is the festive anthem the nation needed. With proceeds benefiting , every listen helps make a difference. Stream it now! 🔥❄️

Read More on Sussex.News ➡️

Sussex News . Stay informed with the latest breaking news and travel updates in Sussex.

10/12/2024

📣 Big news! SECAmb has become the first ambulance service in Europe to equip emergency vehicles with digital alerts 🚑✨

🛣️ This groundbreaking system sends real-time notifications via apps like Waze and Apple Maps, helping drivers stay alert before blue lights and sirens are even visible. It’s a game-changer for road safety, faster response times, and reducing accidents! 🌍🚦

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Innovation in action, keeping our crews, patients, and roads safer. Launching December 9!

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SECAmb becomes the first ambulance service in Europe to integrate digital alert technology. Find out how this system improves road safety and response times.

09/12/2024

BREAKING: NORTHEYE PROJECT SCRAPPED

BREAKING: NORTHEYE PROJECT SCRAPPED
The former prison site near Bexhill will no longer be repurposed for asylum accommodation, local MP Kieran Mullan confirms.
A Home Office letter outlines the reversal, despite £15m being invested in the site last year under the previous Government.

09/12/2024

🌊 In Memory of the Brave 🌊

Sixty-five years ago today, on 8 December 1959, eight heroic crew members of the RNLB Mona Broughty Ferry Lifeboat - RNLI lost their lives while responding to a call to assist The North Carr Lightship.

In the early hours, amidst exceptionally severe weather conditions—a gale and a flood tide—the lifeboat tragically capsized during the rescue attempt. Communications with the crew ceased at 04.48, marking the heartbreaking end of their mission.

The North Carr drifted for hours before its crew managed to secure their ship and were later rescued by helicopter.

Today, we honor the ultimate sacrifice made by these brave souls:
Alexander Gall, John Grieve, John T Grieve, David Anderson, George B Smith, James Ferrier, George Watson, and Ronald Grant.

Their courage and commitment to saving lives will never be forgotten.

🕊️ "We will remember them."

Video - RNLI

09/12/2024

Newhaven RNLI appoints new Launch Authority

After joining the RNLI in October 2024, Simon has been completing training on station at Newhaven with support of our experienced crew. Simon has also been completing training through the RNLI training team's online workshops.

The role of the Launch Authority is broad, and vital to lifeboat station operations. As the first point of contact following a 999 call to HM Coastguard, the Launch Authority ensures that the most suitable lifeboat is selected, and the crew is tasked appropriately. No boat can be launched on a shout or exercise without a launch authority’s agreement. They also perform a vital role in the management of the lifeboat station, ensuring boats and equipment are maintained in a constant state of readiness to respond.

The pass out involved an hour-long practical exam going through all aspects of risk assessment and the decision making around launching the lifeboats at the request of HM Coastguard. It also included a scenario to demonstrate decision making through a boat tasking and launch.

Simon volunteered with the Auxiliary Coastguard of Fairlight Cliff Rescue Team between 14 to 18. He had previous careers in the Royal Navy and Sussex Police where he served for 29 years in a multitude of roles. Simon was also awarded the Queens Police Medal during the 2022 Birthday Honours for ‘his exceptional police service and support to those with disabilities, following his recovery from cancer 19 years ago.

Simon Nelson, volunteer Launch Authority, said: ‘It is a great privilege to have this opportunity to volunteer at Newhaven RNLI with such a great team. All the volunteers I’ve met are all dedicated to saving lives at sea and epitomise the charity’s ‘One Crew’ ethos.’

Roger Cohen MBE, Lifeboat Operations Manager at Newhaven RNLI, said: ‘We welcome Simon to Newhaven RNLI. Simon becomes Newhaven’s fifth Launch Authority, bringing the number to the most Launch Authorities Newhaven Lifeboat Station has ever had. This gives far greater flexibility to Newhaven’s current volunteer Launch Authorities.

05/12/2024

THIS IS A MESSAGE FROM A GOOD FRIEND OF ONE OF OUR ADMINS PLEASE READ AND SHARE -

Think before you drink, before you drive.’
I’ve seen a lot of ‘Funny Posts’ today regarding being updated on where the police are breathalysing so I thought I’d share my story.
The 21st of December 1985, the day that changed the course of my life forever.

A drunk driver who thought he was sober enough to drive climbed on his Suzuki 1100 and drove on the wrong side of the road straight into the back of me at 70mph sending me 6ft up in the air, I landed on my head mangled and bloodied on the side of the road, he then drove off and left me for dead.

It’s not what you could do to yourself with your stupidity it’s what you do to your innocent victims.

I lost part of my leg, my head was cut open, a spark plug was removed from behind my knee, almost all of my body was bruised black and full of gravel, I had a blood clot in my leg my parents where told I would die by the morning, I survived the night but then my parents where told I’d never walk again.

I had to have alot of treatment afterwards on my arms aswell as to help me try and walk.

All because this guy thought he was ok to get on his bike drunk and high on drugs.

I’m one of the lucky ones who lived to tell her story, so PLEASE ‘Think before you drink, before you drive.

I would never have had my son or my precious grandchildren if they hadn’t managed to bring me back to life 39 years ago.
I would hate for someone’s family to get the same call my parents got all those years ago, just before Christmas, so make sure you book yourselves a taxi or arrange for a designated driver.

Thank you for reading, Gail x

04/12/2024

UPDATE FROM RNLI Eastbourne

On Sunday 1st December, members of Eastbourne RNLI were at the View Hotel for a carol concert as part of the Holly Crest campaign. This campaign is running to raise funds for Eastbourne RNLI alongside two other charities and is backed by the hotel.

At 2.30pm, after singing "Oh Come All Ye Faithful" alongside the Eastbourne Community Choir, representatives of the other charities and members of the public, the concert was interrupted by the noise of pagers sounding.

Leaving, to applause from the audience, our were tasked to a state of immediate readiness at the all-weather lifeboat station in Sovereign Harbour as an incident was ongoing.

Thankfully, the incident was resolved and our crews stood down at around 8pm.

In the event of a coastal emergency dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

03/12/2024

Roger Cohen MBE Celebrates 69th Birthday: A Lifesaving Legacy

Today marks the 69th birthday of Roger Cohen MBE, Lifeboat Operations Manager for Brighton and Newhaven RNLI. With a career spanning over four decades, Roger has been a pillar of the lifesaving charity since joining in 1982.

Over the years, Roger has been involved in nearly 2,500 lifeboat launches, contributing to the rescue of more than 250 lives. His dedication to saving lives and supporting the RNLI community earned him the prestigious Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2022 for services to the RNLI and charity.

Roger’s unwavering commitment and passion for his work continue to inspire his team and the local community. As he celebrates another milestone today, his impact on maritime safety and countless families’ lives remains a testament to his extraordinary service.

Happy Birthday, Roger Cohen! 🎉