Broughty Ferry RNLI rescue kayakers caught in difficulty

The volunteer crew were launched at 5.40pm following a request from HM Coastguard and made best speed to the last reported location of the inflatable kayak.

Broughty Ferry RNLI’s inshore D class lifeboat, Oor Lifesaver, located the casualties who became stranded after struggling to navigate their inflatable kayak whilst out at sea.

Thankfully, the casualties were brought onboard the lifeboat and back to the safety of the lifeboat station where they were warmed up and crew conducted casualty care to ensure they were ok.

While both casualties were safe and well, they were entering the early stages of hypothermia despite the unusually high temperatures in Scotland – a stark reminder that even on a warm, sunny day, the water temperature and wind chill can remain dangerously cold.

A spokesperson for Broughty Ferry RNLI says: ‘Even though it was a warm day, conditions out at sea were very different, with offshore winds and cold temperatures. It's important to remember to take a means of calling for help if you’re planning on heading to the water in case you get into difficulty. Remember to call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.’

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· Broughty Ferry lifeboat station has been operating since 1837. To learn more about the lifeboat station go to: https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/broughty-ferry-lifeboat-station/broughty-ferry-lifeboat

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