Port St Mary RNLI launch to assist broken down vessel

Port St Mary RNLI’s inshore lifeboat Spirit of Leicester, was launched in a light north-north-westerly breeze and calm seas, under the command of Helm Mark Whiteley, and proceeded to the scene of the vessel.

Once on scene the volunteer crew of Port St Mary RNLI, checked that the 2 persons on board were safe and well, and determined that the vessel had broken down because of an engine failure.

A tow was then established between the D-Class inshore lifeboat and the casualty vessel, and they were towed back to the safety of Port St Mary harbour.

The inshore lifeboat Spirit of Leicester was back on station and ready for service by 8.20pm.

Lifeboat Operations Manager Sarah Keggen said:

‘We would like to remind anyone taking to the sea this summer to respect the water. Also, to always wear a lifejacket and carry a means of communication like the casualty did today. Should you get into difficulty call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.’

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