"NO photo is worth your life" - that's the message from Seaham Coastguard and other agencies during the high winds brought by Storm Franklin - after some people have been caught up in the waves while snapping photos and selfies over the last few days.
Now that the latest storm is here, which has brought adverse weather conditions, including high winds, torrential rain and snow, the town's emergency service has been quick to warn those 'thrill-seekers' who want to take a picture of the sea.
Using a national post from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, it has reminded people that cliff slips and other 'hidden' dangers that can catch people out.
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According to Seaham Coastguard, the hidden dangers include the sea hurling large rocks and stones, sharp objects and sewage at people if they choose to get too close to the waves, whether for the 'thrill' or to take a picture on their phones.
There’s ‘hidden’ dangers too as the sea can hurl some potentially lethal weapons at anyone venturing too close
The post reads: "Coastal areas are very windy today so stay home and indoors if you can and avoid the coast for now – it will still be there when the weather improves.
"If you do have to be out on the coast remember: No photo is worth your life, it only takes 15cm of water to take your legs out and sweep you off your feet
"Stay back, stay safe and don’t take any unnecessary risks in or on the water which may endanger yourselves, your family and put rescuers at risk if they are called out.
"Should you see anyone in trouble on or near the coast, don’t hesitate to call 999 and ask for the Coastguard."
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