COASTGUARDS in Flint responded to reports of a child in the water in Prestatyn on Saturday afternoon.

The incident happened at around 4.40pm, when the team from Flint, along with Rhyl Coastguard Rescue Team were called to the scene near the Nova Centre in the coastal resort.

A spokesman for Flint Coastguard Rescue Team said: "On scene a 12 year old male was located who was now out of the water, having got into difficulty and taking in some water.

"Coastguard Rescue Officers carried out casualty care while Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust Paramedics were requested for a precautionary assessment."

North Wales Police were also on the scene and having made contact with the child's mother, it was decided they would be able to make their own way A&E, were a further assessment would be able to take place.

The spokesman added: "Rhyl Lifeboat were also tasked but stood down once the person was out of the water.

"Our advice remains the same, always swim on a lifeguarded beach if you can and stay within your depth. Swim parallel to the shore.

"If you get caught in a strong current or rip current try to stay as calm as you can, raise your hand and shout for help. If you can’t get help, try and swim parallel to the beach until you’re out of trouble, then swim to the shore. If you can, stand up, and wade instead of swimming."