
A mass search was launched after three swimmers got into difficulty with two being described as in a “life threatening” condition.
But it is now emerged the trio were reportedly stung by jellyfish and one remains missing, presumed dead.
The missing swimmer’s companions reportedly both suffered heart attacks after the attack.
There were already warnings swarms of the creatures could make their way up the channel amid the hot weather.
The Coastguard where deployed at 12.40pm to reports of people having “difficulties” in the water.
Two people are in hospital after being treated on the beach.
Earlier today, a spokesman said: “UK Coastguard is coordinating an incident at Camber Sands after a number of people got into difficulty in the water.
“One casualty has been transferred to hospital by Coastguard helicopter and a second person has been taken to hospital by ambulance.
“Coastguard Rescue Teams from Dungeness and Rye, Coastguard rescue helicopters from Lydd and Solent, Rye RNLI lifeboat, beach lifeguards and police are currently searching for a missing person last seen in the water.”
Courtesy of dailystar.co.uk
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