Our Achievements
Thank you to our Sponsors
£195
Unite Branch Wm/7670
£64
Rhys A Angharad
Da iawn ti!
£53
Jordan Davies
£50
Rhian Owen, Taid A Nain
Gwych Martha. Pob hwyl iti, Taid a Nain ag Anti Rhian xxx
£50
Anwen Clarke
Pob lwc i chdi a Martha.xxx❤️❤️
£50
Barry Evans
£32
Clio Davies
Rather you than me!
£23
Rhys A Angharad Parry-owen
Chwarae teg i chdi!
£23
Martha Thomas
£23
Mari Meredydd
Saim gŵydd Martha! X
£23
Sion Lewis
Pob Lwc Martha
£23
Angharad Roberts
£23
Dylan Jones
£22
Gez A Siw
£22
Eleri Roberts
Da iawn ti Martha xxx
£21
Nic Parry
Da IAWN Martha - Teulu Ty Mawr x
£21
Catherine Prosser
£21
Marian A Helen
Pob lwc! Marian a Helen
£21
John Bain
£21
Awen Tudur
Da iawn chdi Martha ....Hero!!
£21
Gavin Parry
£21
Mair Jones
Achos da Martha. Joia Mair (ffrind Anji a Rhys)
£21
Mali + Liam
Da iawn! Mali + Liam <3
£21
Sian Phillips
Pob lwc i chdi!!
£20
Moya Seaman
Pob lwc Angharad!
£20
David Thomas
£20
Alison & Paul
£20
Mr Angharad Roberts
Cold water swimming, while invigorating and potentially beneficial for some, carries significant risks that can be morbidly fascinating. Here are some chilling facts: 1. Cold Shock Response Immersion in cold water (below 15°C/59°F) can trigger a sudden, involuntary gasp reflex. If this happens underwater, it can lead to immediate drowning. Hyperventilation can cause a loss of control over breathing, increasing the risk of water inhalation and drowning. 2. Cardiac Arrest The shock from cold water can trigger arrhythmias or sudden cardiac arrest, especially in those with underlying heart conditions. The rapid constriction of blood vessels increases blood pressure and stress on the heart. 3. Loss of Motor Control Cold water can quickly numb muscles, leading to impaired coordination and strength. This makes it difficult to swim, tread water, or even hold onto a lifeline. Within 10 minutes of exposure, even strong swimmers may lose the ability to keep themselves afloat. 4. Hypothermia Prolonged exposure to cold water leads to hypothermia, where the body’s core temperature drops below 35°C (95°F). Symptoms include confusion, lethargy, and unconsciousness, often referred to as the "paradoxical undressing" phase where victims remove clothing despite freezing. In severe cases, hypothermia can cause organ failure and death. 5. Cold Incapacitation After just a few minutes in very cold water, muscles become so stiff that basic survival actions—such as climbing into a boat or holding onto a rescue device—become impossible. 6. Delayed Drowning Even after being rescued, cold water swimmers are at risk of "dry drowning" or "secondary drowning." Water in the lungs can cause respiratory distress hours after exiting the water. 7. Ice Entrapment In icy conditions, swimmers risk being trapped under ice. Disorientation can make it difficult to find the entry hole, leading to suffocation under the ice. 8. Immersion Pulmonary Edema (IPE) Cold water can cause fluid buildup in the lungs, a condition called immersion pulmonary edema. This can lead to difficulty breathing, severe coughing, and potentially fatal outcomes. 9. Mental Impact The panic induced by cold water immersion can lead to irrational decisions, such as removing life jackets or swimming further from safety. 10. Afterdrop Effect When exiting cold water, blood from the warm core rushes back to cold extremities, causing a dangerous drop in core temperature. This can lead to collapse, even after apparent safety is reached. Cold water swimming requires careful preparation, acclimatization, and respect for the risks to avoid these morbid outcomes.
£20
Alan Dumbill
Good luck
£16
Dylan Parry
£13
Tomos Gerallt Williams
£13
Mike Allsopp
Well Done Martha! Awesome 🙌
£13
Wil Parry
Da iawn Martha. Llongyfarchiadau.
£13
Nia Omarah
Dewr iawn Martha! Ac i achos arbennig. Pob lwc! Nia, a’r O’Marahs, Pesda xxx
£13
Catrin Roberts
Brrrrrr 🥶💪🏽
£13
Siân Roberts
Gwych Martha!
£13
Ash Turner
Well done Martha, you should definitely dip more often!
£13
Cadi
Pob lwc, Martha!
£13
Jess Brown
Pob lwc 🥰😘
£13
Sian
Da iawn Martha!
£13
Anthony + Sarah
Good luck Martha!
£13
Huw Roberts
🥶👍Pob Lwc
£13
Dewi Roberts
Hoi pob lwc
£13
Ffion Llwyd Jones
Pob lwc Angharad ❄️✨💪🏼
£13
Eifion Jones
Pob lwc
£11
Rob Day
£11
Rebecca Farrell-jones
Good luck Martha!
£11
Phil Jones
Pob lwc Angharad
£11
Gwynedd J
£11
David Roberts
Da iawn a pob lwc!
£11
Elin Roberts
Da iawn Martha a Angharad xxx
£11
Sharon O’connor
Pob lwc Angharad 🥶
£11
Annafflur.hair
Pob lwc gan Anna a Jan, da iawn Angharad, cariad mawr xx
£11
Sian Williams
Fyddi di’n hooked ar ôl hwn!!! Pob lwc x
£11
Menna Vaughan
Da iawn chi x
£11
Elen
Llongyrachida Elen
£11
Gemma Robinson
Good luck Martha!
£10
Haf Francis
da iawn angharad a Martha!!
£10
Dylan Williams
£10
Paul Thomas
Good luck Martha
£10
Eirwen Thomas
£10
Sam Walsh
£10
Amy Williams
Well done 👏 Lots of love Amy, Andy & Theo 😘
£10
Rona Williams
Pob lwc Martha 💪🩷
£10
Carolyn Povey
Pob hwyl iti Martha.
£10
Thomas Akesson
£10
Martin W
£7
Rachel Lewis
£7
Angharad, Dafydd, Guto A Grug
Pob hwyl Martha 💪🏻
£7
Helen
£7
Lora
Di neud 50/50 i fod yn deg 😉
£7
Lora
Pob lwc chi’ch dwy 🙌
£5
Catrin Alaw
Pob lwc gais!
£5
Leri Foxhall
Angharad a Martha 💜 Da iawn chi genod!!xx
£5
Elin
GO ANDREA GO!
Our union branch stands firmly behind Martha as she takes on this incredible sponsored swim in support of young lives vs cancer. Best of luck. from all the members of the Unite branch WM/7670.