Search & Rescue, Water Safety - News from the Marine Safety Agencies
Larne Lifeboats Called Out to Swimmer in Difficulty Outside Portmuck Harbour
4th October 2023 RNLI Lifeboats
Larne RNLI came to the aid of a swimmer who got into difficulty half a mile from Portmuck Harbour on Wednesday afternoon (4 October). The station’s volunteers were requested by Belfast Coastguard to launch both their all-weather and inshore lifeboats…
Former President Mary McAleese Recalls RNLI Connections in Bicentenary Podcast Series
4th October 2023 RNLI Lifeboats
Former president Mary McAleese recalls her close family connections with the lifeboat service in the latest episode of the RNLI “200 Voices” series. McAleese was born in Belfast, grew up on the shores of Carlingford Lough and now lives close…
The Wicklow RNLI inshore lifeboat rescued two foil surfers who were in distress due to tidal conditions on Saturday afternoon (30 September), according to the Coast Guard's alert. The Inshore lifeboat was launched around 3:40 pm and quickly found the…
The life story of Sean Flood, who has died at the age of 91, is in many ways the story of modern Ireland as seen through a sailing and business lens. From a family of traditionally and strongly patriotic outlook,…
Baltimore RNLI in West Cork Launches Both Lifeboats During Storm Agnes
27th September 2023 RNLI Lifeboats
The Baltimore RNLI lifeboat crew carried out a rescue mission during storm Agnes on September 27th. The Irish Coast Guard called for assistance to rescue a yacht in trouble in the Ilen River in West Cork. At 3.48 pm, the Baltimore…
Solo Sailor Receiving RNLI Assistance off West Coast in Storm Agnes
27th September 2023 RNLI Lifeboats
A solo sailor who sought assistance off the west coast in Storm Agnes is being towed to safety. RNLI lifeboats from Achill and Clifden responded to the alert when the yacht, believed to be Norwegian, reported being in difficulty ten…
Coast Guard, Community Rescue and Mountain Rescue Teams Profiled in TG4 Series
27th September 2023 Maritime TV
The work of the Irish Coast Guard, mountain rescue and community rescue boat teams is profiled in a new series filmed last autumn for TG4. Tarrthálaithe na hÉireann, an eight-part series, was made by Big Mountain Productions and starts on…
The UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has urged owners of small passenger vessels such as RIBs to review their operations and procedures in line with current safety guidance. Its warning comes after an incident in June involving a RIB…
In recognition of their dedication and commitment of time, energy and skills, seven members of the Galway RNLI crew were presented with long-service awards for achieving 50, 100, 150 and 200 services. Each time the crew members respond to their…
A team of volunteers from the Wicklow RNLI launched an all-weather lifeboat early on Sunday morning to rescue a sailor who was stranded on a yacht with mechanical and electrical issues. The yacht, a 36ft sailing vessel, was located approximately…
Sligo Bay RNLI’s volunteer crew were requested to launch by Malin Head Coast Guard shortly after 4pm on Sunday (17 September) to assist a lone sailor aboard a 38ft yacht eight miles out at sea. The inshore lifeboat Sheila and…
Lough Ree RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew helped six people on board two cruisers that ran aground on the lake. On Saturday morning, September 16th, the Lough Ree RNLI crew rescued two people on board a 40ft cruiser that had stranded…
Arranmore RNLI Rescue Three Walkers and their Dog Cut off by Tide at Maghera Beach
18th September 2023 RNLI Lifeboats
On Saturday evening, the Arranmore RNLI crew successfully rescued three people and their dog who were stranded on Maghera Beach due to the rising tide. The stranded walkers, two men, a woman, and their dog, were cut off by the…
Former Director of the Irish Coast Guard and former Head of the European Mission to Somalia, Chris Reynolds, recently announced his new role as a Team Leader for a maritime security project. The project will primarily focus on maritime enforcement…
Wicklow RNLI Lifeboats Launch to Investigate Reports of 'Aircraft in Difficulty'
14th September 2023 RNLI Lifeboats
Both Wicklow RNLI lifeboats were launched on Thursday, 14 September, in response to an aircraft in difficulty. The Coast Guard had issued a pager alert to investigate reports of an aircraft struggling off the Wicklow coast. The initial report suggested that…
Wicklow Ladies Claim Senior Title at Surf Rescue National Championships
13th September 2023 Water Safety
The Water Safety Ireland National Surf Lifesaving Championships showcased Ireland's top life-saving athletes on September 9th in Youghal, Co. Cork. Over 200 competitors from ten counties competed throughout the day in various events, with Wicklow Ladies dominating in the Senior…
