A swimmer who was 'struggling in the water' at Crosby beach had a 'lucky escape', rescuers said.
Emergency services rushed to reports of a person struggling in the water near to the Radar Tower on Crosby Beach at 7.32pm on Monday, July 26.
New Brighton Lifeboat was launched along with Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's Marine Rescue Unit.
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On arriving at the scene the lifeboat was directed to the casualty by HM Coastguard Crosby from the beach and the volunteer lifeboat crew were able to locate, stabilise and rescue them from the water.
The casualty was treated on board the lifeboat for shock as they had been in the cold water for some time.
They were then taken back to the Pier Head where the were given first aid with the assistance of the Marine Rescue Unit before being handed over North West Ambulance Service.
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Once a casualty handover had been completed the lifeboat was then stood down and returned to station.
Mark Dyer, deputy launching authority, New Brighton Lifeboat said;: "The casualty was very lucky that people on the beach were able to raise the alarm.
"It appeared that the casualty had been in the water for some time and were suffering from cold water shock.
"We urge people using the water to stay within your limits, If you do get in trouble in the water, float to live. Lean back, extend your arms and legs and float until you've got your breathing under control."
If you see someone in trouble at the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
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