Two Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Southend

A boat capsized off the coast of Southend, Essex, on October 13, resulting in two people needing rescue. Emergency services, including HM Coastguard, two RNLI lifeboats, and an air ambulance, responded to multiple 999 calls from the public reporting two individuals in distress in the freezing water near Shoebury Common beach. One person managed to swim to shore, while the other was retrieved by rescue teams and transported to the hospital, where they remain in serious condition. The incident has prompted an investigation into its cause. Authorities emphasized the quick response of emergency services, which included a range of support from ambulance and fire services. Both individuals are now receiving medical care, with one confirmed to be in serious condition.