Longhope RNLI lifeboat rushed to Duncansby Head this afternoon
The lifeboat went to Duncansby Head after reports of an abandoned pushchair on the cliff path.
The volunteer lifeboat crew were paged at 12.05pm and, being already aboard the boat for a planned visit to Burray Harbour Day, were able to launch immediately.
With winds 4 to 6, good visibility and moderate sea conditions the lifeboat quickly reached the area near John O’Groats and proceeded to search a extensive stretch of the coastline to the west and north of Duncansby Head, as directed by the UK Coastguard.
The Y-boat was launched to to facilitate close inspection of the shore line; however, after a thorough search revealed no sign of any casualties or anyone in distress, the crew were stood down.
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