Book Description
Chris and Geoff are a rare couple who have dedicated a lifetime to saving lives at sea. Serving with HM Coastguard for 25 years, they were involved in over 1,000 rescues, covering all aspects of maritime search and rescue. The first few years were spent on watchkeeping duties on Cornwall’s north coast, in addition to being part of the cliff rescue team. During their career they received three Chief Coastguard Commendations, and the team achieved the Department of Transport Rescue Shield, the highest achievement in the service, and five commendations from the RSPCA for the rescue of animals. Chris also worked at the MRCC Falmouth as a radio operator. The team was featured in the BBC 999 series and also “Saving Lives at Sea”. Throughout this time they somehow managed to fit in with the raising of a family of seven children, who were even trained to call out the team when a casualty occurred.
This book of their escapades tells the story of many of these incidents, from the sad to the humorous and from the ridiculous to the downright dangerous. It also reflects that the team had other “normal” lives, but with amazing characters, they were all committed to dropping everything to save a life, whether searching for a Russian spy ship, a cliff rescue, a vessel ashore in the surf or the loss of a dear friend.
It’s a must for anyone going to the coast, as the underlying message of sea and beach safety may just save your life!
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