Bright and Breezy Shout for Stromness RNLI Volunteer Crew
There were plenty of 'white horses' in Scapa Flow when Stromness lifeboat headed across to assist a yacht crew contending with a dragging anchor.
The lifeboat was paged yesterday (Friday) at 3:04pm and was at sea eight minutes later. On arrival the crew found that local help had resolved the problem and the yacht was safely moored at Albert Pier, St Margaret's Hope.
A spokesperson said: 'The RNLI would far rather be called out and not be needed than have a simple problem turn into tragedy. If you find yourself in an emergency situation or spot someone else in trouble, you should call 999 and ask for the coastguard.'
The lifeboat was back on her berth, fuelled and ready for service by 5pm.
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