Barry Dock RNLI volunteer crew were also called out to help search for missing children, some of who were separated from their families for up to an hour.
A spokesperson for Barry Dock RNLI said: “Over the sunny Bank Holiday weekend, the RNLI lifeguards at Barry Island dealt with multiple incidents, including numerous lost children.
“Barry Dock RNLI volunteer crew were also called out to help search for missing children, some of whom had been separated from their families for up to an hour.
“A huge thank you to all of the volunteer crew who responded in difficult circumstances over the weekend, alongside the RNLI lifeguards and our colleagues from HM Coastguard in Barry, all working together to help keep people safe”.
With the hot weather set to continue into half-term, Barry Dock RNLI have advised parents how to keep their children safe on the beach.
This includes: picking up a free lost child wristband from the lifeguards or the RNLI Visitor Experience and Shop at Barry Island, which you can write your phone number on, and also making sure your child knows your name – not just Mum or Dad.
Barry Dock RNLI are also advising parents to take a photo of their child when they arrive at the beach so they know what they’re wearing, and to choose a clear meeting point – for example on of the numbers of the sea wall – if they do get separated.
Parents are also being told to encourage their children to stay between the red and yellow flags, where lifeguards are watching the water and the beach, and to go and find a lifeguard if they can’t find their family.
The spokesperson said: “Becoming separated can be frightening for both children and families, especially on very busy beaches.
“A few simple steps can make a huge difference and help reunite people much more quickly if someone gets lost.
“If you see anyone in trouble by the coast, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard”.
Anyone who sees someone in trouble along the coast is advised to call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.
