Huge waves created by the remnants of Hurricane Erin risk putting holidaymakers in peril as they flock to beaches in Cornwall today to enjoy record heat.
Thousands of sun-seeking Brits will be making their way to beaches and beauty spots across the country today in what is set to be the hottest August Bank Holiday in six years.
However Hurricane Erin could see huge waves crashing into Britain in the coming days as the huge US storm barrels across the Atlantic.
It has sparked warnings from Coastguards in the south west that children could be 'swept out' to sea in the harsh conditions.
James Instance, HM Coastguard Divisional Commander, said: 'Conditions in the Atlantic are predicted to mix with high tides to raise the risk in areas which are expected to be busy with visitors during the holidays.
