THE RNLI is warning people to take care while at coastlines this weekend due to the arrival of Storm Arwen.
The first named storm of the season is forecast to hit the north on Friday morning, prompting the Met Office to issue a weather warning lasting to 6pm on Saturday.
Gusts of up to 60 miles per hour are expected in exposed areas, with the north coast expected to bear the brunt of the storm's arrival.
The RNLI has urged people to take extra care and to use "extreme caution" if close to the shoreline and especially around cliffs, seafronts and piers.
The charity's water safety lead Kevin Rahill said: "Swimming in large waves and rough seas can be dangerous where currents can drag someone away from the shore and in addition to that, the rough weather can make it difficult to spot someone in the water should they get into difficulty. Large waves can also make exiting the water difficult and increase the risk of injury.
"While stormy conditions may be tempting to watch, it is important to remember the sea is very dangerous and unpredictable and big waves can easily knock you off your feet. We would urge people to stay well back from the edge to avoid being swept in by large waves crashing over rocks and piers. As well as the risk of being swept into the sea, large waves can often undermine cliff edges and make them unstable. If you think someone is in danger, please dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard."
