Barry Dock RNLI was tasked to Sully Island on Saturday following a potential poisoning incident.
The RNLI's inshore lifeboat was tasked by HM Coastguard to locate, assess and medevac two casualties on the Island, who were reported to have potentially ingested Hemlock.
The volunteer crew were advised that the casualties were experienced foragers, on the eastern beach and were located quickly.
On arrival, the casualties were showing signs of anxiety, so the crew immediately fitted them with lifejackets and embarked both onto the ILB for immediate transport to the mainland.
Once ashore, they were handed to the Barry Coastguard Rescue Team (CRT), who identified elevated pulse rates. Oxygen was prepared from the ILB’s supply, with an RNLI crew member staying to assist the CRT with care.
The officer in charge remained in contact with the ambulance service while the crew monitored the casualties. As the tide fell, the ILB could not remain on scene, so with their condition stable and a plan in place, Barry Dock ILB stood down, returned to station and was made ready for service, while the casualties were taken to A&E.
Bill Kitchen, Lifeboat Operations Manager, Barry Dock RNLI said: ‘We’ve since been in touch and are very relieved to hear that both have made a full recovery. They absolutely made the right call in seeking help – in situations like this, it’s crucial that medical attention is sought without delay. We’re very glad this had a positive outcome.’
Plans are under consideration to build over 200 houses in a sleepy Welsh village
Sanitary disposal bins introduced in men's public toilets following "Bins for Boys" campaign
Officers called to Dinas Powys Woods after young person enters the river
Three Reform candidates quit in Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg constituency
Six events taking place in the Vale of Glamorgan this weekend
Vale Council signs off placemaking plan for Barry
Plans filed to use Blackweir Fields for a series of live events this summer
Plans filled for controversial housing development in Cowbridge
Cardiff Council pledges to work with new Welsh Government to tackle trouble-plagued hospital
Two local candidates stand down after revelations
RNLI issues Sully Island safety advice after first call out of the year to the Island
Morio Lounge on course to open at Nell's Point in May
Vale Council appoints specialist contractors to carry out road improvements
Three men jailed for their roles running a drugs line which supplied cocaine in Barry
Police appeal for witnesses after fatal Penarth Road collision
New Beach and country park facilities opened following major investement
RNLI centre at Barry Island welcomes lifeguards back to Whitmore Bay
Severn tidal lagoons progress
