A rescue operation has taken place after two people and a dog were cut off by the incoming tide between Middle and Little Eye in West Kirby.
RNLI West Kirby Lifeboat, the Coastguard Rescue Team and helicopter were scrambled on Saturday afternoon.
One of the casualties had dialled 999 and stayed on the line with the Coastguard Control Room, providing updates until help arrived.
West Kirby Lifeboat recovered both people and their dog onto the lifeboat, and the helicopter was stood down.
All were brought ashore to waiting Coastguard Rescue Officers but did not require medical treatment.
Wirral Coastguard Deputy Station Officer, Paul Ambrose said: “This is the second incident this week of people becoming trapped by the incoming tide on Wirral’s coastline.
“At today’s incident, the couple involved did the correct thing and checked the tide times before heading out to Hilbre Island. They had just slightly misjudged their return time due to the size of the tide. When they realised something wasn’t right, they stopped and called 999 to the Coastguard.
“Our colleagues at RNLI West Kirby Lifeboat did a fantastic job, as did our Control Room operators, who kept the situation calm and ensured the couple stayed on the rocks. Had they attempted to move, even slightly, they could easily have entered fast-flowing deep water.
“If you are planning a visit to the islands, please read the safety information posters before heading out and ensure your information is correct. In an emergency, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”
