Fishing coble rescued by Scarborough lifeboat
Scarborough RNLI was called out by the coastguard this afternoon when a small fishing coble got into difficulties half a mile out to sea.
The all-weather Shannon lifeboat launched at 3.10pm (Saturday 23 May) and was quickly on scene.
With a strong westerly wind blowing, the fishing boat, with one man aboard, was in danger of being blown further out to sea.
It was towed back to the safety of the harbour, to be met by the coastguard on the North Wharf.
The charity's lifeboat, crewed by volunteers, used a stern tow until it was near the harbour mouth, when it switched to an alongside tow.
* For details, ring Scarborough RNLI press officer Dave Barry on 07890 322992
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