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UK Coastguard issues warning over surprisingly dangerous beach activity
- The UK Coastguard warns that digging deep holes at the beach can be dangerous and should be avoided by families.
- Officials say large holes can collapse or trap someone, risking injury or suffocation, especially for children and seniors.
- Coastguard tips include keeping holes waist height or shallower and filling holes before leaving the beach.
- If you are in trouble at the coast, call 999 and ask for the coastguard.
- There have been fatalities linked to sand burial incidents, including a 2017 USA study cited in recent coverage.
- Authorities note the warnings apply to beaches across the country as summer crowds grow.
- Coastguard urges awareness of others on the beach to prevent accidents.
- The advisory includes general safety tips and encourages reporting emergencies to authorities.
- Media coverage notes recent sand-related incidents drawing attention to beach safety.
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