Two people rescued from River Lune in Lancaster

Morecambe lifeboat crew

Emergency services have rescued two people from the River Lune at Lancaster.

Police, fire crews, Morecambe RNLI volunteers and ambulance were called to reports of two people in potential difficulty on Halton Weir on Wednesday afternoon.

A spokesperson for Morecambe lifeboat crew said the call came at 2.11pm.

"The inshore rescue lifeboat and the volunteer crew travelled by road to Halton, they launched the lifeboat at 2.38pm and quickly headed to the scene," said the spokesperson.

"Alongside Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service and Lancashire Constabulary, our volunteers assisted in rescuing the casualties from the weir and transferring them to the awaiting NWAS (North West Ambulance Service).

"We would like to remind every one of the dangers of Morecambe Bay and the River Lune. If you suspect anyone to be in danger, please dial 999 and ask for the coastguard."

Below, fire crews at the scene on Wednesday afternoon.

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