A dramatic water rescue took place this morning at St Mary’s Island, Chatham, after a man fell into the water at Basin 2 near the Boardwalk off Maritime Way at around 9am.
Emergency services were alerted to the incident at 8:30am and responded quickly. The Coastguard, Kent Fire and Rescue Service, South East Coast Ambulance Service, and Air Ambulance all attended the scene to assist.
The man was promptly pulled from the water and transported to a local hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Witnesses at the scene described a tense atmosphere as emergency teams worked swiftly to save the individual in distress.
Authorities have not yet released details about the identity or condition of the man. The cause of the fall remains under investigation.
Local residents have expressed concerns about safety around the waterways in the area and have commended the emergency services for their rapid and professional response.
This incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers near water in the community. Family, friends, and neighbours are awaiting updates on the rescued man’s condition.
A Kent Police spokesman said: “We were called at 9:30am following reports of a person seen in water near Barrack Road, Chatham. Officers attended the scene and a man has been taken to a local hospital for treatment.”
For now, thoughts remain with the victim and the emergency teams who managed the rescue operation.
Originally published by UKNIP.
