A family stranded on a UK causeway by rising tides had to walk back with their dog; rescuers later retrieved their car.

A family had to abandon their car on the Osea Causeway near Maldon on October 25, 2025, after it became trapped by the rising tide, forcing them to walk back to the mainland with their dog. Witnesses, including a marathon runner, saw the vehicle immobilized as water rose quickly. The West Mersea Coastguard Rescue Team responded, ensured everyone’s safety, and later recovered the car. Authorities warn of the UK’s extreme tidal ranges—up to 10 meters—and urge travelers to check tide times, plan returns before high tide, and call 999 for Coastguard assistance if in danger.