By Dan Walsh
Wexford RNLI rescued two people on Tuesday evening after their motorboat was grounded on rocks that form part of the tidal defence, known locally as the North Training Wall in Wexford Harbour.
The volunteer crew were just completing a routine training exercise when they were requested by the Irish Coast Guard at 9.30pm to respond to the call.
The inshore lifeboat crew was quickly on scene at 9.35pm and the crew assessed the situation. Both onboard were safe and well.
There was a strong tidal flow which required the crew to make careful calculations to pass a tow while avoiding damage to the lifeboat itself by the rocks. A tow was established at 9.50pm and the vessel was safely removed from the rocks and towed to the nearby boat club. Weather conditions at the time were good, with a force 3 south easterly wind and good visibility.
Speaking following the call out, Lorraine Galvin, Wexford RNLI Lifeboat Press Officer said; “A strong tide made getting safely near the boat challenging but all the crew did a great job in assessing the options and successfully getting the crew and their vessel to safety. If anyone sees anyone in difficulty on or near the water, ring 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.”
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