RNLI Tighnabruaich Lifeboat responds to dinghy requesting assistance
At 15.37 on August 7th, the inshore lifeboat launched after two persons found their dinghy had drifted as they fished and were unable to make headway back toward shore off Ardrishaig on Loch Fyne
A fishing vessel came to their aid and, on arrival at the scene the two casualties were transferred to Tighnabruaich lifeboat.
Uninjured but suffering from cold, they were assisted and passed safely on to Tarbert Coastguard. Having completed their duties, the lifeboat was returned to Tighnabruaich station and made ready for service
Many of the RNLI volunteer crew of Tighnabruaich lifeboat were attending training in the station at the time, facilitating a speedy launch. The training – in the use of on-board radio systems – allows crew to assist with rescue and liaise with other rescue services as they strive to improve safety and save lives at sea.
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