Good Morning Britain reporter Jay Akbar was caught yawning on camera, unaware he was live on-air
A Good Morning Britain star was caught yawning live on air after suffering a tech issue.
The news reporter suffered the awkward blunder during Thursday’s (July 23) episode of the ITV hit breakfast show.
Jay Akbar was tasked with reporting on a “tragic incident” live from West Mersea beach near Colchester, Essex.
Residents are concerned there may have been fatalities, with reports of people being retrieved from the water and receiving CPR.
The West Mersea Coastguard Rescue Team released a statement saying their ‘thoughts are with the family involved’, though no additional information has been disclosed.
However before the report even started Richard Madeley, who was presenting the show alongside Kate Garraway, was forced to intervene and issue an apology.
As the camera switched to the journalist, the programme encountered an audio problem, leaving Jay unaware he was broadcasting live.
Richard sought the most recent information, enquiring: “Jay Akbar, can you give us the latest?”
It became apparent Jay was unable to hear the broadcaster as he gazed expressionless at the camera before being caught yawning. Richard wasted no time in apologising to the audience at home.
He stated: “Oh I’m sorry, he’s obviously got comms issues there. We will try again later.”
Reports indicate that emergency services, including a minimum of six ambulances, reached the location at approximately 5.30pm on Wednesday evening, with the RNLI being first to arrive.
In a Facebook post on Wednesday evening, the force said: “While we remain on scene, we would ask the public to avoid the Seaview Avenue and beach area.
“We appreciate that this will cause some local issues, but would ask for your patience and understanding as we may be there for some time yet.”
Meanwhile an Essex Police spokesperson added: “Emergency services are currently on scene of an ongoing incident in West Mersea, Colchester. While we remain on scene, we would ask the public to avoid the Seaview Avenue and beach area.
“We appreciate that this will cause some local issues, but would ask for your patience and understanding as we may be there for some time yet. Thank you.”
Good Morning Britain airs weekdays from 6am on ITV1 and ITVX
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