Waves crush boys on pier

Monday 14 February 1994 00:02 GMT

Your support helps us to tell the story

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.

Your support makes all the difference.

Fifteen people were rescued after huge waves crashed over the pier at Roker, Tyne and Wear, injuring two 14-year-old boys.

Anglers dragged the boys to safety, but the waves were too high to carry them back along the pier.

An RAF helicopter airlifted the two injured teenagers and one paramedic to Sunderland General Hospital. A tunnel through the pier was opened up to allow the others to escape.

Fire destroyed the Victorian pavilion at the end of Llandudno pier, in Gwynedd.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Thank you for registering

Waves crush boys on pier

Join our commenting forum

Thank you for registering