The coastguard has warned people not to put themselves at risk during flooding after coming across people taking photographs.
High spring tides this week have prompted flood warnings for some areas.
St Austell Coastguard team reported on Facebook that some of its team had headed out at 5:30am this morning around one hour before high water to carry out a Safety/Flood Patrol around Fowey, Golant and Lostwithiel.
The team engaged with members of the public taking photos and passed on safety messages, they also liaised with the Environment Agency on scene.
Posting on Facebook they said: "Even the smallest of waves on paved areas, quaysides and jetties can knock you off your feet and sweep you away.
"Remember, in an emergency at the coast. Call 999 and ask for the coastguard."
The team wil be out and about over the next few days on safety patrols, keeping an eye on potential flood areas with the high spring tides.
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Posting on Facebook they said: "Please stay safe and keep away from flood water. Always call 999 for the Coastguard in any coastal emergency.
"We are the specialist coastal water rescue team in the area on call 24/7."
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