In their third call-out of this year, crews from Weston RNLI were deployed to rescue a person in the water yesterday (Thursday).
A D-class lifeboat was launched at 7.30pm with three volunteer crew members after passers-by were concerned for the safety of a person entering the water near the Grand Pier.
A spokesperson for Weston Coastguard said: "The patient self-recovered and was then treated by coastguard casualty carers before being handed over to further medical care."
The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was also called-out but was stood down once crews understood the casualty was receiving treatment from ambulance staff.
Weston Coastguard, seafront rangers and a coastguard helicopter was also in attendance.
The RNLI said the casualty is 'now receiving the necessary care'.
Dial 999 and ask for the coastguard if you see someone in danger at sea or on the coast.
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