Category : Coastal


Woman dies after being swept out to sea at Sydney beach

A 25-year-old woman has died after being knocked into the ocean by a wave at Maroubra Beach in the early hours of New Year's Day. A second swimmer is missing at Coogee as hazardous surf warnings are issued for the NSW coast.

2025: A Year of Contrast on the UK Coastline

From winter storms to summer heatwaves, explore the UK's dramatic coastal year in 2025 through stunning photography. See the powerful contrasts that defined our shores.

Huge cliff fall at Barton-on-Sea beach, public warned

A major cliff collapse sent hundreds of tonnes of rock onto a Hampshire beach, just weeks after a dog was killed in a similar landslip. Authorities warn the public to stay away from unstable cliffs.

Man missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon named

Matthew Upham, an antiques shop owner, was swept out to sea in Budleigh Salterton during a Christmas Day swim. An extensive search has concluded without locating him or another missing man.

Search for missing Devon swimmers called off

The coastguard has ended its search for two men who disappeared during a Christmas Day sea swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services were called at 10.25am.

Search for Two Missing Men at Devon Beach Called Off

The coastguard has called off the search for two men missing off Budleigh Salterton, Devon, on Christmas Day. Emergency services were alerted after people were seen in difficulty in the water. Read the full story.

Father dies rescuing daughter from California waves

A 39-year-old father died trying to save his five-year-old daughter after they were swept out to sea by massive waves at a California beach. The child remains missing in a tragic coastal incident.

Last 1953 Everest survivor Kanchha Sherpa dies

The mountaineering world mourns as Kanchha Sherpa, final surviving member of the pioneering team that first conquered Mount Everest in 1953, passes away at age 91 in Nepal.

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