Skerries RNLI rescue two people on jet ski taking on water
Skerries RNLI were tasked by Dublin Coast Guard shortly before 9pm yesterday evening (Wednesday 09 July), following a 999 call from a person on board a jet ski that had broken down and was taking on water near Balbriggan harbour.
The volunteers in Skerries launched their Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat “Louis Simson” and immediately proceeded towards Balbriggan. With good visibility and smooth seas, the lifeboat quickly obtained a visual on the casualty vessel.
Once alongside, the lifeboat crew established that both the man and woman on board the jet ski were fit and well and did not require any medical assistance. It was confirmed that the jet ski had suffered an internal mechanical failure and was taking on water. As there was a lot of activity on the water in the area, it was decided that the jet ski would pose a danger to other vessels should it become semi submerged. The two casualties were taken on board the lifeboat and a tow was established.
The volunteer crew brought the casualties and their jet ski safely back to the slipway in Skerries. The lifeboat was then recovered and made ready for the next service.
Speaking after the call out, volunteer lifeboat press officer for Skerries RNLI, Gerry Canning said “Thankfully in this case we had a good outcome. Both casualties were wearing lifejackets, had a means of contacting the shore for help, and did the right thing in calling for help early. If you see someone in difficulty in the water, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.”
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For more information please telephone Gerry Canning, Skerries RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer on 087 988 4965 or email [email protected] or Nuala McAloon, RNLI Regional Communications Manager on 087 648 3547 or email [email protected] or Niamh Stephenson, RNLI Regional Communications Lead on 087 1254 124 or [email protected] or Treasa Ni Bhraonain, RNLI Communications Placement on 0874764436 or [email protected].
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