Paddleboarders urged to stay safe after increase in call outs

The RNLI has reported that the number of people whose lives were saved by its crews more than doubled last year

 The RNLI has reported that the number of people whose lives were saved by its crews more than doubled last year. See PA story SEA Paddleboard. Picture: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire

Paddleboarders are being warned to stay safe this summer after an increase in the number of calls to rescue people taking part in the water sport.

The RNLI has teamed up with British Canoeing to encourage those using kayaks, canoes or paddleboards to make safety a priority as they prepare for an increase in visitors to the coast.