Cork's Crosshaven inshore lifeboat launched at 1.25pm today to reports of a 37' dismasted yacht off Roberts Head on the Cork harbour coastline. (See video below)
The crew of Alan Venner, James Fegan and Vince Fleming made best speed to the yacht about 5 miles from the station.
On arrival the crew helped secure the remains of the mast to the toe rail before escorting the yacht back to Crosshaven.
The lifeboat gave the yacht an alongside tow into it's marina berth as it entered Crosshaven.
Weather conditions were good with a force 5 South westerly wind. The lifeboat was rehoused and ready for service at 16.30.