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In celebration of our emergency services this #999Day, we're sharing the story of two #paddleboarders who went missing at sea for seven hours this summer. Multiple RNLI volunteer crews joined the search for Tomasz and his teenage son, it covered a vast area off the Dorset coast. With Tomasz successfully rescued, and darkness descending, everyone feared the worst when an empty board was found. But thankfully, Tomasz’s son was located safe and well on a beach. Despite their long ordeal, the pair were OK. Our volunteers from @rnlilymington, @poolelifeboats, @swanagelifeboat, @rnlimudeford and @yarmouthrnli fearlessly launched. Refusing to give up even when the outcome looked bleak. They worked alongside a National Police Air Service helicopter, Dorset Police and South West Ambulance Service. We encourage those heading out on the water this weekend to: • Wear a buoyancy aid • Carry a phone in a waterproof pouch • Wear the correct leash • Avoid offshore winds #RNLI #Lifeboats #EmergencyServices #ThankYou #Teamwork #999Family #Paddleboarding #RNLIRescue @npashq @dorset_police #Paddleboarding #SUPLife #WaterSafety @Official999Day