RNLI Invergordon launched to drifting vessel in Moray Firth
RNLI Invergordon launched for what was the third shout within a week, where the Lifeboat was tasked by Aberdeen Coastguard to assist in search for an empty boat adrift in the Moray Firth.
With a rough position in hand, the crew soon arrived on scene and located the 4metre sailing dinghy which showed no signs any persons being onboard, was taken on board the aft deck of the Lifeboat and secured before the trip back to Invergordon’s West Harbour.
The Volunteer Crew made their way back to the Lifeboat berth where the Lifeboat was refuelled and made ready for service around 1.25pm.
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