By Dan Walsh
Fethard RNLI’s inshore lifeboat was launched on Friday morning at 11.11am to assist a broken down 24-ft fishing vessel.
The volunteer crew made their way to Baginbun Head in force 3/4 winds and choppy sea conditions.
After assessing the situation and learning that the boat had suffered a gearbox problem, the Helm of the lifeboat, Thomas Stafford, decided that the safest course of action was to tow the boat, with the crew onboard, to the safety of Fethard Harbour.
Speaking after the call out, Volunteer Deputy Launch Authority Pete Barry said; “The crew went to sea, well prepared, with a means to call for assistance. It shows the importance of having the right equipment to call for help when you see someone in trouble on the water or you are in difficulties yourself. The number to dial is 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard.”
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