Coastguard called to 'tragic' Essex beach incident
Summary
Rescue teams, including the Coastguard, police, lifeboats, and air ambulance, responded to an emergency at West Mersea Beach in Essex on the evening of July 22, 2026. The area around Seaview Avenue and the beach was cordoned off, and police have asked the public to stay away while they investigate a serious incident.Key Facts
- The Coastguard described the event as a "tragic incident" on West Mersea Beach.
- Essex Police, the RNLI lifeboat crews from West Mersea and Clacton, and the East of England Air Ambulance were all present.
- Rescue teams searched both the coastline and the water during the evening.
- Police cordoned off part of the beach near Seaview Avenue and focused inquiries on an area with windbreakers.
- Rescue services remained at the scene into the night, continuing searches with torches and lifeboat launches.
- West Mersea Parish Church was opened to support anyone affected by the incident.
- Officials have not released detailed information about the nature of the emergency.
- The public was advised to avoid the area while emergency work is ongoing.
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