Coastguard
Coverage of Coastguard in the Nexus archive.
- Deadly migrant rush to Spain’s Ceuta was sparked by runaway online rumours
A deadly migrant rush to Spain’s Ceuta border with Morocco was triggered by online rumors spread via Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, leading thousands to believe the European border was suddenly accessible. Social media posts tracked coastguard patrols and indicated safe routes, prompting mass movement toward the border.
- US posts photo of coastguard working with Taiwan after Beijing starts patrols
The United States and Taiwan's coastguards are collaborating on maritime security operations, as highlighted by a rare photo shared by the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT). The AIT stated the two sides coordinate on search, rescue, disaster relief, and law enforcement, while Beijing expands its maritime patrols near Taiwan.
- Coastguard and ambulance crew stood and watched as tide submerged woman who died after her head got stuck between rocks because they 'weren't wearing protective clothing', inquest hears
A woman died after her head got stuck between rocks and the Coastguard and ambulance crew did not assist due to not wearing protective clothing. The incident is being investigated in an inquest. The woman's death was caused by the tide submerging her as she was stuck.