Weymouth RNLI Lifeboat crew assists fishing boat in early hours
The all-weather lifeboat was called to reports of a broken down fishing vessel in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday 28 June)
Promptly on scene to help the two people on-board, the lifeboat proceeded to tow the vessel back to the safety of Weymouth Harbour, where a very grateful volunteer crew were met with fresh bacon rolls made by Deputy Launching Authority, Jon!
The lifeboat was safely back alongside the station at 8:10am, refuelled and ready for another day of service.
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