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Off-Duty Nurses Heroically Rescue Five Siblings from Tide

7/14/2025

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Two off-duty nurses displayed incredible heroism on Sunday evening, rescuing five siblings from a treacherous rising tide at Minerstown Beach, Co Down. Braving the waves, they waded in to bring the frightened children to safety just before emergency services arrived. The Coastguard commended their swift actions, ensuring the children received prompt care at Ulster Hospital.

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Two off-duty nurses displayed incredible heroism on Sunday evening, rescuing five siblings from a treacherous rising tide at Minerstown Beach, Co Down. Braving the waves, they waded in to bring the frightened children to safety just before emergency services arrived. The Coastguard commended their swift actions, ensuring the children received prompt care at Ulster Hospital.