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Howth Trent class lifeboat 14-33 with relief lifeboat 14-17 at Howth lifeboat station

Howth Lifeboat Returns Home Following Essential Maintenance

While some of Howth RNLI volunteers were welcoming the team from Ireland AM to Howth Lifeboat Station yesterday, another group of dedicated crew members were making an important journey across the Irish Sea to bring the Howth All-Weather Lifeboat (14-33) home following routine engine maintenance.

Pat Nolan

May 201 min read

Howth Lifeboat under way to assist kite surfer in difficulty

Howth RNLI launch in storm conditions to kite surfer in difficulty

The volunteer crew from Howth RNLI launched their all-weather lifeboat into Storm Dave following a number of 999 calls reporting a kite surfer being blown offshore in strong winds and unable to return safely to shore.

Pat Nolan

Apr 42 min read

George started volunteering as a crew member at Howth RNLI in 1968 and was onboard right up until 2012 when he retired from operations and started as a Water Safety Adviser. During his operational time with the RNLI, 25 of those years were spent as the station mechanic. As a Water Safety Adviser, he provides RNLI water safety advice to members of the public and actively seeks opportunities to promote targeted RNLI safety messages. He received his award at a gathering of the charity’s water safety team in the regional office in Swords on Saturday. John McKenna, fellow Howth RNLI volunteer and Water Safety Officer presented the award while Kevin Rahill, retired Water Safety Lead praised George for his contribution to saving lives at sea. Linda-Gene Byrne, RNLI Water Safety Lead said: ‘We had the pleasure of presenting a 50-year Long Service Award to one of our water safety volunteers from Howth, George Duffy. George retired from lifeboat operations after 44 years

Howth RNLI water safety volunteer recognised with 50-year Long Service Award

Howth RNLI volunteer George Duffy has been recognised by the charity with a 50-year Long Service Award for his efforts in helping to save lives at sea.

Pat Nolan

Nov 19, 20253 min read

Busy week for Howth RNLI volunteer crew members

The dedicated volunteers of Howth RNLI have experienced yet another full and rewarding week, marked by both callouts and rigorous training sessions. Their unwavering commitment to safety and excellence was evident as they responded to emergencies and honed their skills through assessments.

Pat Nolan

Nov 10, 20252 min read