Stromness RNLI Volunteers Search for Overdue Diver

The easing of lockdown has meant a sudden resurgence of recreational diving in Scapa Flow, Orkney. People come from all over the world in normal times to explore the wrecks of the WW1 German battle fleet lying in accessible depths in Scapa Flow. This Saturday a diver was reported missing so the Stromness lifeboat went out to help in the search - in an area only ten minutes steaming from the station. Happily the diver was soon reported safe and well so the crew stood down and returned the boat to station. Thank you to all concerned for their prompt action once again.

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