RNLI urges public to stay safe during Storm Amy
- Pat Nolan
- Oct 2
- 2 min read
Thursday 2 October 2025
Ahead of Storm Amy, which is set to bring wet and windy weather tomorrow (Friday 3 October) and Saturday, the RNLI is urging those near the coast or inland waterways to be aware of the dangers the stormy weather could bring.
The strong gusts – predicted up to 80mph – pose a significant risk to safety and the lifesaving charity is urging the public to exercise extreme caution, particularly along exposed cliffs, seafronts, piers and waterside paths.
Linda-Gene Byrne, RNLI Water Safety Lead said: ‘Storm Amy is set to bring potentially dangerous conditions so we’re asking the public to stay vigilant. If you plan to visit the coast or a waterside location, we advise that you stay a safe distance from the water as conditions could knock you off your feet or wash you into the sea or water. A visit during weather conditions such as these is not worth risking your life for.
'If you find yourself in trouble in the water, remember to Float to Live: lie back in the water with your head so far back that your ears are wet, extend your arms and legs and try to relax as best as you can until you get control of your breathing. If you see someone else in danger in the water, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard. If you have something that floats that they can hold on to, throw it to them. Don’t go in the water yourself – you could end up in difficulty too.’
The RNLI's safety advice is:
Stay well back from stormy, rough seas, cliff edges and any exposed waterside location
Check the weather forecast and tide times before you go
Take a fully charged phone with you and let someone know where you are going and when you are due back
In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard
