Holy Island Causeway rescue saves family of five

Five people, including two adults and three children, were rescued after their vehicle drifted off the carriageway on the Holy Island Causeway. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon when the vehicle became stranded on the tidal crossing.

A multi-agency emergency response was launched, involving the Seahouses RNLI D-class inshore lifeboat, Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 189, and coastguard rescue teams from Seahouses, Berwick, and Holy Island. The North East Ambulance Service and Northumbria Police also assisted in the operation. All occupants were safely returned to shore.

The RNLI described the event as a “stark reminder” of how rapidly conditions can change on the tidal road. Officials urged travelers to check official safe crossing times and avoid attempting to cross when water covers the road.