The Fire Fighters Charity Car Wash 💦 25/3 Come along, ask the crews about home fire safety or becoming an On call firefighter 🚒 ANNAN Tesco 10-3 CASTLE DOUGLAS FS 10-3 GATEHOUSE Community Carpark 9-2 LANGHOLM FS 9.30-12.30 MOFFAT Coop 10-2 NEWTON STEWART Riverside Carpark 10-4

On #WorldWaterDay, we want to share a potentially lifesaving message 🌊 The water is unpredictable & a rescue for one can quickly become a search for two. Stay on land & make the right call. If you’re at the coast call #999Coastguard, we’ll send help immediately #RespectTheWater

By the end of November 2023, fishermen working on a UK vessel must have a certificate of medical fitness. We want you to be as prepared as possible, so here are all of your medical certificate questions answered 👇👇 bit.ly/3ZbPcjN #medical #FAQ #fishermen

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What are Grandfather Rights (GFR), and are there Grandfather Rights for existing medical conditions? Providing fishermen apply for their medical certificate before the 30th November 2023, they can be considered for Grandfather Rights. Learn more 👇 bit.ly/3ZbPcjN

“We were determined to make sure that the needs of seafarers remained at the forefront of what we do.” #online #exam #seafarer maritimecoastguard.blogspot.com/2023/03/online…

The new Emergency Alerts system will be tested nationally on Sunday, 23rd April at 3pm. The alert is a loud, siren-like sound with a message on your mobile phone screen. The system will warn people when their lives are in danger. For more info, visit: gov.uk/alerts

If you see somebody in trouble in the water: Call 999 or 112 📱 Ask for the Coastguard when at the coast 🚁 Ask for the Fire Service if inland 🚒 Never enter the water to attempt a rescue. National Fire Chiefs Council #BeWaterAware #999Coastguard

Are you heading to the sea this bank holiday weekend? Whether you plan on surfing, paddleboarding, or enjoying any other fun water-based activities, it is important to stay safe. If there is an emergency, call 999 and ask for the coastguard 📱 hmcoastguard.uk/sea

Hemsby lifeboat stops daytime rescues in blue light row bbc.in/3LVFezG

📢 Today the design of the Coronation Medal is unveiled The Medal acts as a thank you from the nation to the people who will make the historic service happen, including members of the Armed Forces and frontline emergency service workers Find out more ⬇️ gov.uk/government/new…

Enjoying a nice walk along the coast is always a great way to spend a bank holiday weekend. Please check the weather and tides in advance and stay a safe distance from any cliff edges. If there is an emergency, call 999 and ask for the coastguard 📱 hmcoastguard.uk/coast

We will be attending the Scottish Skipper Expo in Aberdeen this weekend on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th May. A great opportunity for fishermen to learn more about the certificates of medical fitness and their importance, and also for us to answer any questions or concerns.

Two vessels which are to provide extra training for coastguards are due to launch later this year. The boats, which are not for rescue operations, will help teach trainees navigational skills and give them experience of life onboard for seafarers. mtr.cool/oshejfzhun

Here's an exclusive look at our brand-new documentary series COASTGUARD. So set your reminder, put it in your diary, hit series link and tune in on Sunday at 9pm on Channel 5 🚨 Can't wait? Find out more at: hmcoastguard.uk/tv #Coastguard #999Coastguard

The Relay UK service lets those with a speech or hearing impairment alert emergency services by either calling via a British Sign Language relay assistant or texting a message to 999 using our emergency SMS service. Learn more and register your mobile: relayuk.bt.com/how-to-use-rel…

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Today is International Volunteer Day, and we are celebrating our brave volunteers at HM Coastguard. Their courage means we are able to brave any conditions, at any time, to help those in distress when they need us most. Thank you for everything 💙 #Volunteers

Last year, we launched a new toolkit designed to help HM Coastguard teams cope with distressing search-and-rescue incidents. The toolkit helps volunteers to build resilience and also offers post-incident support. Learn more: hmcoastguard.uk/news/new-toolk… #EmotionalHealthWeek

As part of the MCA's Radio Network Infrastructure Replacement Programme, an upgraded communications network will ensure HM Coastguard's effective emergency response continues across the UK. Find out more ⬇️ #Coastguard #SearchAndRescue #Technology gov.uk/government/new…