Newbiggin Launch to Drifting Jet Ski

The call came in shortly after 8.00pm from UK Humber Coastguard after they had received the report of the ski broken down and drifting at the north end of Newbiggin Bay.

Shortly afterwards Newbiggin's Atlantic 85 lifeboat 'Richard Wake Burdon' was launched from the beach and quickly located the casualty near to the north breakwater. The ski had indeed broken down outside the breakwater and was drifting in the light offshore wind. The casualty was safely transferred onto the lifeboat and along with the ski secured a passage to the shore was made.

Once ashore the Newbiggin Coastguard Rescue Team assisted with recovery as well as offering safety advice.

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