On the Normandy coast, nine people have died since the start of the 2022 season, including six in July alone.
The phenomenon is general to the entire French coast. The Crosses observe an upsurge in accidents at sea. Concerning the Normandy coast, from Mont Saint-Michel to Cap d’Antifer, the Jobourg operational surveillance and rescue center (Manche) has carried out more than 300 rescue operations since the beginning of May 2022. 9 people have died, including 6 for the month of July alone, the last accident dating back to last Saturday on the beach of Sainte Adresse near Le Havre where a sexagenarian could not be resuscitated.
According to the SNSM, risky behavior has multiplied despite information campaigns.
The National Society for Rescue at Sea informs that the first aid stations are staffed with lifeguards trained in the new beach regulations: new rectangular bathing flags, materialization of bathing areas by yellow and red two-tone flags. Presence and prevention motivate the surveillance staff on the beaches but also at sea where checks are carried out on boaters and water sports enthusiasts. The boat licenses are thus checked as well as the supervision titles for the sailing instructors, the presence of life jackets, a fire extinguisher on board, light sticks, or even the respect of the navigation zones near the new platforms. construction of offshore wind farms off the coast of Normandy.
The maritime prefecture of the Channel and the North Sea reminds you of a few safety rules: find out about the tide times, the weather conditions. Equip yourself for the practice of activity at sea with bright clothing and life jackets. Alert 196 for rescue at sea and VH16 to give the alert quickly.
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