News · 26 July 2026

Man and two children airlifted from Margate sea

Emergency crews were called on Saturday afternoon after several swimmers were overwhelmed by difficult conditions in the sea off Margate. Kent Police were at the scene to manage traffic so air ambulances could land safely. All three people, a man and two children, were then flown to hospital for treatment after the incident.

By BriefTea Editorial · 26 July 2026 at 13:27

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