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Llandudno lifeboat responds to possible person in the water near Rhos on Sea

Lifeboats News Release

New Helm Gareth Robinson leads search effort in first operational lifeboat task as helm.

RNLI/Luke Heritage

On Friday 28 June, the inshore lifeboat Dr Barbara Saunderson from Llandudno was launched at 3.33pm in response to a public report of a possible person in the water near Rhos on Sea Breakwater.

The lifeboat quickly arrived on scene at 3.40pm and commenced a search for the reported casualty. Llandudno Coastguard Rescue Tea also joined the effort by observing from the shore and communicating with the lifeboat.

Despite thorough searching, including an expanding square search based on the initial report, only a few pot buoys were found in the area.

This call-out marked a significant milestone for newly appointed Helm Gareth Robinson, as it was his first operational task since his assessment. Leading the lifeboat team during the search allowed Gareth to apply his skills and training in a real-life scenario, demonstrating his readiness and expertise in commanding the vessel.

A spokesperson for Llandudno RNLI says:

'Seeing something in the water and reporting it straight away to the Coastguard is absolutely the best thing to do. The person that makes this call could be the only chance that a casualty has of being rescued.

'In this case, the call was made and has turned out to be unfounded and false alarm with good intent.'

RNLI/Luke Heritage

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