Eastbourne Coastguard called out four times in 24 hours - man 'stuck in the mud' at harbour
Eastbourne Coastguard responded to four incidents in 24 hours, including three alongside Birling Gap Coastguard.
The emergency service said it has received 238 callouts this year so far.
The Coastguard said the final incident involved ‘a young gentleman who had become stuck in the mud at the harbour’.
A spokesperson for the coastguard said: “Incidents like this can happen quickly, and what may initially seem like a harmless walk can turn into a dangerous situation.
“Thankfully this young man was extracted safely and returned home.
“Teams were stood down and now are back on pagers ready for the next call.”
Birling Gap Coastguard said it undertook three taskings in 12 hours, taking its total number of callouts to 240 in 2026 so far.
A spokesperson for Birling Gap Coastguard said: “Proud of the dedication shown by the team members to keep our coastline safe day and night.
“Stay safe out there. If you need help on the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”