Emergency services rushed to rescued a woman found at sea overnight.

The woman was found off the coast of Canvey last night.

A heavy emergency services presence was seen at the island's seafront and various residents took to social media to share their concern.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "We were contacted at 8.40pm on Wednesday, June 13 with concerns for a woman’s welfare in Western Esplanade, Canvey.

"Officers, the ambulance service and coastguard attended.

"She was found in the sea and was brought back to the shore before being taken to hospital."