Irish Sea Coastguard this afternoon co-ordinated the rescue of three men from a sinking speed boat off Wales. The boat started to sink whilst off Sand Point, just by Western-super-Mare. The Western-super-Mare Coastguard Rescue Team and both RNLI Lifeboats raced to their assistance alongside RAF Rescue Helicopter 169 from Chivenor.
David Jones Swansea Coastguard Watch Manager said:
"The gentlemen on the sinking boat phoned a relative for help, who in turned called the Police. On this occasion we were able to get help to the sinking vessel in time nevertheless, if you do need to report someone in danger on the coast you should call 999 Coastguard."
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