Carrybridge RNLI assist 2 people onboard a vessel after running aground

Winds were Northeasterly, Force 1. Visibility was excellent with part cloudy skies.

The volunteer crew located and came alongside the casualty vessel and assessed the two persons on board. They were both found to be safe and well.

The lifeboat crew then assessed the casualty vessel for any damage and water ingress and found all to be in a safe condition, with the craft being lightly grounded. Due to its current location just off the main navigation channel, and to avoid other craft from entering the same area to assist, the Helm took the decision to refloat the vessel, with the owners permission which was carried out successfully. The vessel’s sea worthiness was checked by the lifeboat crew, and all was found to be in working order. The casualty vessel then proceeded under its own power on its onward journey.

Speaking following the call out, Chris Cathcart, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer at Carrybridge RNLI advised all boat users: ‘‘With this exceptional period of good weather which we are encountering, this has led to more people making the most of our wonderful lakes. We would advise all boat users to please plan your route ahead using the relevant charts for the area before setting out on your journey and carry out regular checks of your current position whilst you proceed. Have a means of calling for assistance if you find yourself in trouble and have lifejackets for all on board. If you see someone or something in trouble on the water or are in difficulties yourself the number to dial is: 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.’’

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Notes to editors

· Carrybridge Lifeboat Station was started in 2002 on Upper Lough Erne. It currently operates an Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat

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