The volunteer crew of Bundoran RNLI were requested at 10.08pm last night following reports of a vessel experiencing engine failure approximately five miles east of St John’s Point.
The lifeboat, helmed by Brian Gillespie and crewed by Richard Gillespie, Finn Mullen, and Oisín Cassidy, launched swiftly into 0.5 metre swell within 10 minutes of the pagers sounding.
Upon arrival at the scene, the crew found three people onboard the broken-down vessel, all of whom were wearing floatation devices and were safe. After assessing the situation and given that the boat could not make any safe onward progress, the lifeboat crew safely established a tow line and brought the vessel back to Creevy Pier.
Speaking after the call out, Bundoran RNLI Helm Brian Gillespie praised the swift response of the volunteer crew and said: “Thanks to the quick actions of our team, we were able to reach the vessel promptly and ensure the safety of those onboard. We always advise anyone heading out to sea to ensure their vessel is in good working order and to carry a means of calling for help.”
Bundoran RNLI reminds all boat users to always check the weather and tides, ensure equipment is working correctly, and to wear lifejackets at all times.
