Concerns for the welfare of an individual led to an emergency response to Cowes earlier this morning (Monday).
Police were alerted to a developing situation shortly before 05:30, the location of which led to assistance being requested from HM Coastguard.
Cowes RNLI Lifeboat was requested to launch and Coastguard Rescue Teams from Ventnor and The Needles were tasked to the scene.
Thankfully, the incident was quickly resolved and brought to a safe conclusion.
Search and rescue resources were stood down by 06:00 with the casualty in the care of the Police.
If you or someone else is in difficulty on the coast or at sea, or if you spot what you think may be unexploded ordnance, then dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Further safety information can be found at https://coastguardsafety.campaign.gov.uk/.
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How many in a week? and yet they still think lockdown is a good idea? prepare for more stories like this as homes, families , incomes , businesses all become broken due to lockdown…. lets think about peoples mental health and not just the virus