Teen rescued after Facebook SOS

An "extremely lucky" teenager has been rescued at sea after making a plea for help on Facebook.

Teen rescued after Facebook SOS

The 18-year-old ran into difficulties after his dinghy capsized off Mevagissey in Cornwall last night.

Although his phone was too wet to make a 999 call, he was able to post on Facebook, telling friends and family that his Laser sailing craft was in trouble. His mother spotted the post and called police, who in turn got in contact with Brixham Coastguard.

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