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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.“
