Ice Cream Van Rescued from Sea at Cornish Beach

An ice cream van was dramatically recovered after being swept out to sea at Harlyn Bay, Cornwall.

The incident, which took place on Sunday 7 July, required the swift response of the Padstow Coastguard Rescue Team and RNLI lifeguards.

Incident Overview

The vehicle was caught by the tide at Harlyn Bay, leading to a coordinated rescue effort. Authorities were alerted just before 5pm, prompting immediate action to ensure the situation was under control.

Successful Recovery

The driver of the van was safe and not inside the vehicle at the time it was caught by the tide. According to HM Coastguard, the owner of the van arranged for a recovery vehicle, which managed to retrieve the van around 9.45pm. This was only possible after the tide had receded enough to make the recovery operation safe.

Official Statements

A spokesperson for HM Coastguard commented, “The owner arranged a recovery vehicle, which recovered the van at around 9.45pm when the tide receded enough for it to be safe to do so. Coastguard rescue officers left once the vehicle was recovered and in a safe location.”

The quick and efficient response by the Padstow Coastguard Rescue Team and RNLI lifeguards ensured that the situation was resolved without any harm to individuals. The ice cream van was successfully brought back to a safe location, ending a dramatic evening at Harlyn Bay.