Cowes RNLI Lifeboat Tows stricken RIB to Safety
A couple aboard a drifting RIB that had suffered engine failure and a fuel leak were finally brought to safety by Cowes RNLI lifeboat last (Friday 29 July) evening.
They had called for help when the RIB was off Newtown. After launching at 9 pm the lifeboat discovered the craft was by then between Thorness and Gurnard.
After putting a crew member on the RIB the lifeboat began the long tow to Cowes, where the RIB was finally delivered alongside Trinity Landing.
The lifeboat returned to station at 10 pm.
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Caption for photo: The RIB is brought alongside Trinity Landing.
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