
Troon RNLI inshore lifeboat launches to assist vessel with machinery problems
At 3.32pm on Saturday 25 November 2023, Belfast Coastguard activated the pagers to assist a 17ft vessel approximately 1 mile north west of Troon harbour with 2 persons on board that had suffered machinery problems.
With the volunteer crew assembling at the lifeboat station, Troon RNLI D class inshore lifeboat
Sheena was soon launched and heading to meet with the vessel.
With the decreasing temperatures and fading light, after speaking to those onboard, a decision was made to tow the vessel back to Troon. The lifeboat crew established a tow and the vessel was towed by the inshore lifeboat to Troon marina where it was met by the Ayr Coastguard Rescue Team.
With the vessel secured alongside, the lifeboat returned to station where it was made ‘ready for service’ with the assistance of the shore crew.
Troon RNLI Helm Dale Caddis said, 'Machinery problems can happen unexpectedly when out at sea. To help prevent this ensure your engine is well maintained, carry enough fuel for your journey and if you do encounter problems contact the Coastguard via VHF radio or by calling 999.'
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