The crew of Yarmouth RNLI were called to action stations during the early hours of this morning (Saturday) following reports that a vessel was struggling to safely enter Yarmouth Harbour.
With high winds and heavy rain, a 9m motorboat with 2 persons on board had reported to Solent Coastguard that they were having difficulties entering the safe haven of the harbour.
At around 01:15, Solent Coastguard requested that the crew of Yarmouth’s All Weather Lifeboat made themselves ready for immediate launch should the need arise.
A short while later, at 01:40, The Needles Coastguard Rescue Team were mobilised to the scene,
Thankfully, the motorboat eventually entered the Harbour under its own power.
Coastguard Rescue Officers ensured the 2 persons on board the boat were safe and well.
The incident was brought to a closure by 02:45.
What idiotic fool went out in high winds like that???? It was forecast. Then expect someone to rescue them!
Stay safe RNLI it’s not nice for anyone on the water let alone you guys that go out to save others.