Kite Surfing Accident in Sandbanks,

Poole

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On Sunday the 14 October, walkers witnessed a kite surfing accident as a

man was blown out of control while he was kite surfing at Sandbanks beach in

Poole. Shocked members of the public and also fellow kite surfers have

reiterated the need for safety procedures after the man was airlifted to hospital

with head injuries. Sandbanks beach in a fairly safe place to practice kite

surfing but as with any extreme sport, incidents do happen and the local

council ask that all water users follow the strict safety guidelines.

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According to witnesses he was blown into a beach sign then into buildings on

nearby Shore Road. Paramedics treated him at the scene and he was taken to

Southampton General Hospital where emergency doctors were standing by.

Kite surfer Chris Skone-Roberts, who has worked for years

to enhance safety surrounding the extreme sport, told the Daily Echo: “This is

a tragic accident and the entire kite surfing community, from beginners right up

to pros, are all sending their thoughts to the victim and his family.”

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The accident happened close to The Jazz Cafe,

known locally as Jazzys. Local kite surfers say a gap

in buildings in that area can often make the wind

„tunnel‟. This can cause kite surfers to be dragged

away from the water towards the road.

Shocked witness Pauline Williams, posting on an

online kite surfer forum, said: “Really hope the lad

that was launched into building by Jazzys going to be

OK. Wasn‟t looking too good when they finally got

him stable to move into ambulance. Hope he makes

a full recovery.”

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Mr Skone-Roberts said: “It could all happen to

anyone. The number one thing for everyone

taking part in kite surfing is to wear a helmet and

know your safety parameters. Someone broke

their back at the same place a couple of years

ago.

"It can be a very dangerous activity. You have to

have lessons. It is not just a case of going into a

shop, buying a kite and pumping it up. Kite

surfing is a level four extreme sport.“

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