Lough Swilly RNLI tasked to assist stranded yacht

The Lough Swilly RNLI was launched last Tuesday night, July 8th, following reports of a yacht in difficulty with two people on board on Lough Swilly.

As darkness was falling at approximately 10pm, they were alerted by Malin Head Coast Guard to assist the two people after their vessel had gotten into difficulty on the lough.

The Atlantic 85 Inshore Lifeboat was quickly launched, and the crew made their way to the vessel. When they arrived on scene, the yacht was again moving and didn't require their assistance to get sailing.

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The RNLI decided to anchor just past Fahan Marina until the tide began to rise and it was safe to enter the Marina. Once the tide was at a safe level, the volunteer crew returned to Ned's Point, refuelled and made ready for service again.

A spokesperson for Lough Swilly RNLI is reminding members of the public that “if you're in difficulty in or on the water or see someone in trouble, dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.”