Arklow RNLI launch to assist eight-metre fishing vessel.

The vessel had suffered engine failure and was without navigation ability approximately two miles east of Mizen Head. 

The volunteer crew consisting of Coxswain Brendan Dillon, Station Mechanic Michael Fitzgerald, Eddie McElheron, Geoff Kearnes, David Lee & Keith Forde, launched Ger Tigchleaar and proceeded to scene and after locating the casualty vessel, established a tow line and proceeded with the long slow tow back to Arklow. 

The two crew from the casualty vessel remained aboard during the tow home and all hands came ashore safely at Arklow.
 

Speaking following the incident, Mark Corcoran, Arklow RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer and Community Safety Officer said  “Our crew responded very quickly when the vessel called for help. Calling for help early when a vessel gets into difficulty is extremely important. Always Respect the Water”

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For anyone who requires FREE impartial Water  Safety Advice from our Community Safety Team, you can contact [email protected] or call Mark on 086 8260439 to book your advice aboard your boat or ashore or safety presentation or discuss your needs.

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All Photos Mark Corcoran/Arklow RNLI

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For more information please contact Mark Corcoran, Arklow RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer on 0868260439, email [email protected] or contact Nuala McAloon RNLI Press Officer on 087 648 3547 or email [email protected] or Niamh Stephenson RNLI Public Relations Manager on 087 1254 124 or 01 8900 460 email [email protected]

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Key facts about the RNLI

The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,000 lives.

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