A CAR was swept away and swallowed by the sea at a Gwynedd beach.
RNLI crews were called out after reports that a vehicle had become submerged in the water at around 8.30pm on Thursday (October 9) at Black Rock Sands near Porthmadog.
A spokesperson for Criccieth Lifeboat said: "The station’s Atlantic 85-class lifeboat swiftly made-way towards the vehicle’s last known location to ensure that it was unoccupied and no one was in danger.
"Once police confirmed that the owner, and their dog, were safely ashore the lifeboat returned to station."
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Black Rock Sands is a wide, open beach popular with visitors for its fine sand and unique permission for vehicles to drive onto the shore. It’s also known for its striking headland of multi-coloured rock, low-tide caves, and rock pools rich in marine life. The surrounding dunes are designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
A designated zone allows motor boats and jet skis to operate.
Dog restrictions apply.
The previous evening, at about 10pm, the lifeboat crew launched both vessels to assist with a separate police incident.
They were stood down in the early hours.
