stranded jet skier South West

River Wye, Beachley, Chepstow

Monday, 27 July 2026

A jet skier stranded on the River Wye was rescued by Severn Area Rescue Association volunteers. The incident occurred during a mayoral visit to SARA's Beachley headquarters, allowing visiting council officials to observe the team's response procedures in real time.

Outcome: jet skier and craft towed back to base

Responding team

Severn Area Rescue Association — team website ↗

Sources

'It was exciting' – What began as a tour turned into a real-life rescue for mayor news · freepressseries.co.uk
Mayor witnesses dramatic rescue news · theforestreview.co.uk
'It was exciting' – What began as a tour turned into a real-life rescue for mayor news · southwalesargus.co.uk

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