Penarth RNLI crews rescue windsurfer
We launched our atlantic lifeboat shortly after 5:30pm this afternoon, 19 July 2018.
Thanks to having a VHF radio we were able to locate the windsurfer quickly, effect his rescue and return him to the mainland, where he was met by Penarth Coastguard officers.
Jason Dunlop, lifeboat operations manager said, "Having the right equipment was critical to this rescue, the windsurfer was difficult to spot in the swell, and him being able to use his radio ensured he could be found quickly"
for further information please contact Andy Berry LPO Penarth 07951 051128.
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