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Keeping safe at the coast

Whose wreck is it anyway?

Find out what to do if you find wreck material, like parts of a ship, its cargo or equipment, on the sea shore or in tidal water. If you recover the items, you must inform the Receiver of Wreck

Lifeguards and safety flags

How to find a beach with a lifeguard and what the signs and flags at the beach mean

Understanding waves, tides and currents

How to identify dangerous waves and rip currents

Water sports and coastal activities - safety advice

Tips on keeping safe and where to get training for different water sports

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