
Abersoch RNLI tasked to assist powerboat with mechanical failure.
HM Coastguard paged the volunteer crew at 2.55pm on Thursday 1st August after receiving a call from the casualty vessel that was on a passage from Pwllheli to Nefyn.
The Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat was launched at 3.07pm. The two casualties were unsure of their location and advised they were possibly near Ynys Enlli. The casualty vessel, a 21ft powerboat, was located at 3.28pm six miles south of Trwyn Wylfa.
As the casualties were unfamiliar with the area and due to the possible navigational risk to other vessels, the volunteer crew established a safe tow and towed the vessel to Abersoch moorings.
The lifeboat arrived at the moorings at 4.20pm. The casualties were taken to South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club where they then made arrangements for a friend to tow the vessel back to Pwllheli Marina.
Abersoch Lifeboat volunteer helm, Andy Gunby, said ‘It was good to see that the casualties were equipped with lifejackets and a VHF radio. They did the right thing in requesting assistance as there were no other vessels in the vicinity at the time’. He added, ‘Before heading out on any passage you should ensure that you plan your voyage, have a well-maintained engine and adequate fuel for your journey’.
If you get into difficulty or spot someone else in trouble dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
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