Chris Trobridge

[Chris Trobridge @ChrisTrobridge]

@smithamundasad Dina appears to be using a pull-buoy in the photos. It's expressly not intended as a flotation device but makes you visible to other river users, which is especially important if you swim in a river like the Thames with a lot of boat traffic. Also a dry bag for your phone etc! :)

[Chris Trobridge @ChrisTrobridge]

@smithamundasad Great article! I've always enjoyed wild swimming but more recently I've been swimming regularly throughout the year, especially as it's harder to find pool time since covid.

[Chris Trobridge @ChrisTrobridge]

@DavidW11235813 @LBC @AndrewCastle63 There is no evidence that the new strain is more deadly but the record of testing shows that the new strain has gone from being first detected in September to becoming the most common strain in London. This strongly suggests it is spreading more easily than the original strain.