Wirral coastguards and lifeguards' end-of-season training

The exercise on Sunday (September 22) was concentrated on a sand hole collapse incident. It took place on stretch of beach near Macdona Drive.

It aimed to prove that some beach excavations can pose a real risk to visitors, particularly small children.

Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team alongside colleagues from RNLI Wirral Lifeguards during joint end of summer season exercise on Sunday (September 22) (Image: Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team / Facebook) Together, they rehearsed the communication, steps and techniques required for locating and rescuing someone trapped under sand, quickly and most importantly safely.

Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team alongside colleagues from RNLI Wirral Lifeguards during joint end of summer season exercise on Sunday (September 22) (Image: Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team / Facebook) Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team alongside colleagues from RNLI Wirral Lifeguards during joint end of summer season exercise on Sunday (September 22) (Image: Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team / Facebook) Michael Buratti, Area Commander for HM Coastguard said: "The collaboration between Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team and Wirral RNLI Lifeguards ensures that in the event of an emergency, our teams are well prepared and can work seamlessly together.

"Today's exercise simulating a sand hole collapse rescue demonstrates the high level of skill and coordination that both teams bring to real life incidents.

"By training together, we strengthen our ability to respond effectively, saving lives when it matters most."