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'I thought I might die': Stranded coast walker filmed waves lapping at feet as he called for urgent help

A stranded walker trapped under a 200ft cliff was minutes from drowning when he was saved by a last gasp 999 call.

Beach-walker Connor Gurney, 22, thought he had done "everything right" as he planned a safe evening stroll along the coast. But was stranded on rocks as a fast-flowing tide rushed ever closer to his feet.

Connor - who took two phones and a radio with him for the hike - rang 999 to reach the coastguard. And he filmed the drama as the 999 operator sent a lifeboat to the rugged cliffs at Rhoose Point, near Barry. You can get more story updates straight to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletters here.

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