A vigil has been held on West Mersea beach to remember three members of a family who died after a trip to the seaside. The family, who were from Barking in east London, were swept away by a 'very strong' tide, according to the father of one of the victims. An investigation into the deaths is under way.
Three killed at West Mersea beach
UKPulse Consumer DeskA vigil was held to remember three members of a family who died after getting into difficulty in the water at West Mersea, Essex.
- Three people died after getting into difficulty in the water at West Mersea, Essex, on 22 July.
- A vigil was held to remember the victims, attended by around 100 people.
- Warning signs are due to be installed on the beach following the incident.
Why this matters: The incident has prompted calls for extra safety measures on the beach, including signage and life jackets.
What this means for you: If you plan to visit West Mersea beach, be aware that warning signs are due to be installed following the incident.