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Sophie Finnegan

'No photo is worth your life' - Seaham Coastguard issues warning over taking pictures of stormy waves

A coastguard in County Durham has issued a warning about taking photos of the stormy weather on the coastline urging "no photo is worth your life".

Seaham Coastguard shared guidance from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency which said it only takes 15cm of water to take your legs out and sweep you off your feet.

It comes as the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds across the North East throughout Wednesday and Thursday.

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