RNLI lifeguards have returned to Somerset's beaches, with full time patrols underway at Burnham-on- Sea and Berrow.

The lifeguards will be on the beaches daily from 10am till 6pm.

In 2014, 19,353 people were aided and 92 lives were saved by the RNLI lifeguards on over 220 beaches across the UK.

Amy Sellick, RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor for the Somerset region, says: 'We hope everyone visiting the beach this summer has a brilliant time but it is important to remain safe whilst doing so.

In order to take care we advise visitors to attend a lifeguarded beach where the lifeguards can provide appropriate safety advice and encourage people to swim between the red and yellow flags.'

A Sedgemoor District Council spokesperson says: "The RNLI Lifeguards will provide an additional service at our Seaside award-winning Burnham and Berrow Beaches alongside the Sedgemoor-employed beach wardens.

"We advise all beach users to closely follow safety signage and listen to any advice and warning information issued by our Beach Wardens or the RNLI Lifeguards - staff are there to ensure your safety."