By Dan Walsh
Three people were rescued yesterday afternoon (Sunday) after their speedboat started taking on water off Courtown Beach.
Courtown RNLI crew launched their inshore lifeboat at approximately 3.41pm and it was launched shortly after at 3.50pm. They arrived on scene at 3.55pm and observed that the speedboat had made its way onto the beach.
A tow line was attached to the speedboat and was safely towed into the harbour by the lifeboat.
The conditions were favourable at the time with partial cloud and a south easterly wind.
Speaking following the call out, Billy Byrne, Courtown RNLI Deputy Launching Authority told WexfordLocal.com ; “We were delighted to help and wish the three onboard the speedboat well. We would commend them for all wearing the appropriate lifejackets, that is always the right thing to do.
“We would encourage all boat owners to maintain their craft and always have a means of calling for help. Should you get into difficulty or see someone else in trouble, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard,” concluded Mr. Byrne.
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