Search & Rescue, Water Safety - News from the Marine Safety Agencies
Wet, Shocked but Unharmed, Two Crew Plucked from Liferaft off Ardglass
26th September 2011 Coastguard
The safety equipment carried on fishing vessel 'Islander' proved its worth this evening after it was used to alert rescue services after the vessel capsized in rough weather. At 4.40pm Belfast Coastguard were notified through MRCC Clyde that Falmouth Coastguard…
A yacht that was reported missing in the Atlantic between Bermuda and Ireland sailed safely into port in Co Kerry this afternoon. As previously reported on Afloat.ie, the Golden Eagle has been at the centre of an air and sea…
A breach in the engine compartment caused the fishing vessel Ainmire to take on water and sink off the coast of Scotland in April last year, according to the official report into the incident. http://afloat.ie/port-news/fishing/ All crew on board the…
The Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB) has called on the Government to continue highlighting the dangers of operating boats without adequate safety equipment, following its report into the death of a Wexford fisherman last year. http://afloat.ie/safety/mcib/ Michael O'Connor drowned after…
An air and sea search operation is underway for a yacht missing en route from Bermuda to Ireland, The Irish Times reports. http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/breaking/2011/0920/breaking12.html The Golden Eagle has been out of contact since leaving port on 21 August. It was due…
Wicklow Lifeboat Assists Fishing Vessel after Collision with Tanker
19th September 2011 RNLI Lifeboats
Wicklow RNLI lifeboat launched on a call out at 06.20am this morning to assist a Irish fishing vessel involved in a collision at sea with a large oil tanker about 29 miles East of Wicklow harbour. The alarm was raised…
Last night, Lough Derg RNLI lifeboat, Toshiba Wave Warrior, was requested by Valentia Coast Guard to go to the assistance of 1 person, on board a 33ft cruiser on rocks after suffering engine failure, and which was now taking on…
Howth Lifeboat at 1800 hrs the night before the big match - inspite of our photograph we are assured that any Kerry sailors in difficulty on the Irish Sea this weekend will be treated the same as everyone else. Meanwhile…
Lough Derg RNLI lifeboat, Toshiba Wave Warrior, was requested by Valentia Coast Guard to go to the assistance of 3 persons, on board a 28ft motor boat, that had suffered engine failure and was adrift in Force 4 winds last…
Ireland is bidding to bring the proposed Europe-wide coastguard secretariat to Dublin, The Irish Times reports. http://www.afloat.ie/safety/coastguard/ Irish Coast Guard director Chris Reynolds is in charge of setting up the new office as chair of the EU Heads of Coast…
Red Bay RNLI Lifeboat crew joined the search this morning for Ballycastle woman who has been missing since Sunday evening. The volunteer lifeboat crew assisted in an intensive shoreline search today along the coastline around Ballycastle from Fair Head to…
Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar has announced a €2 million safety investment programme for the Coast Guard to purchase seven new boats, along with new vehicles and equipment: €1.5 million has been allocated for 7 new Coast…
Award for Helicopter Crews 'Outstanding Service' to Irish Maritime Search and Rescue
13th September 2011 Coastguard
CHC Helicopter rescue crews have been recognised for their brave, sustained, professional and outstanding service to maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) in Ireland. One of the world's leading helicopter services company, CHC has built up an unparalleled reputation for excellence…
Ireland has battened down the hatches because of fears Hurricane Katia would wreak widespread havoc with storm-force winds and giant waves. The Coast Guard has issued a weather alert warning people to stay away from cliff edges. Boaters are also…
The Irish Coast Guard has advised members of the public to take care in the current severe weather conditions, particularly around the coast and in exposed areas. Sea ActivitiesAvoid sea or water-based activities today if possible. Cliff WalkingThere is safety…
Lough Derg RNLI Lifeboat assisted three persons after their yacht capsized and sank close to Hare Island on Lough Der. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO. At 17.04hrs Saturday September 10, Lough Derg RNLI Lifeboat was requested to launch by Valentia Coast…
