Union Hall RNLI launched to a yacht gone aground in Glandore harbour.

Union Hall RNLI launched and were underway to the casualty vessel a yacht approx 30 feet in length, at 3.33 pm, weather conditions were favourable with a slight breeze from the north. While enroute to the scene a member of the public notified the lifeboat station that the yacht had refloated safely. Our volunteer crew spoke to the sailors who were happy to continue sailing.

Union Hall RNLI Deputy Launch Authority Peter Deasy said: 'while a lot of activity is taking place in Glandore harbour this week with Glandore Classic Boat Regatta, we advise people to be alert, obey navigation aids and respect the water, if you see someone in trouble dial 999/112 and ask for Coast Guard.'

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