SOUTHEND Coastguard have been tasked to reports of multiple people cut off by the tide at mulberry harbour.

A concerned member of the public contacted officers after seeing a group being cut off.

HM Coastguard Southend say officers were at the station and were able to get eyes on and monitor the people returning back.

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They also kept Dover MRCC (operational Centre) informed of their progress.

Thankfully, everyone was ok and were able to return to shore safely. 

A spokesman for HM Coastguard Southend added: “The team made their way to the location the persons were heading to shore to ensure everyone was ok and no medical assistance was required. Everyone was ok and finished enjoying the warm weather on the beach.

“We will always advise anyone to not walk out to the mulberry harbour if you are unfamiliar with local tides and not familiar with the moving mudflats.

“If you see multi people coming back from the mulberry harbour, it is a sure sign that you must do the same and not remain in situ!

“Should you see anyone in trouble on or near the coast, don’t hesitate to dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard, you could save someone’s life.”