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Rosslare Harbour RNLI tasked to the aid of four people aboard a yacht off Blackwater
The volunteer lifeboat crew at Rosslare Harbour RNLI sprang into action after receiving an urgent request from the Coast Guard. The distress call concerned a yacht with four crew members aboard, which was reportedly taking on water inside the Rusk Channel off Blackwater.
Pat Nolan
Nov 13, 20252 min read


Four callouts in 48 hours for the volunteer crew at Arranmore RNLI
The volunteer crew at Arranmore RNLI have been exceptionally busy, responding to four callouts within the span of just 48 hours.
Pat Nolan
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Kilmore Quay RNLI volunteers tasked in the early hours to assist lone sailor
Kilmore Quay RNLI’s all-weather lifeboat was tasked to the aid of a lone sailor aboard a 12-meter yacht required assistance due to engine failure
Pat Nolan
Nov 10, 20251 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


Portaferry RNLI crew assist seven people after RIB suffers engine failure
Portaferry RNLI volunteer crew sprang into action following a call for help from a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with seven people onboard that had suffered engine failure.
Robert Stone
Nov 10, 20252 min read


Larne RNLI rescues four people onboard small rib that breaks down
Larne RNLI came to the aid of four divers onboard a broken-down rib.
Robert Stone
Nov 9, 20252 min read


Killaloe Coast Guard unit tasked to assist two persons on board a 29 foot cruiser with engine difficulty
Killaloe Coast Guard unit responded to a call for assistance from a 29-foot cruiser experiencing engine difficulties near Gortmore Point, close to Terryglass Harbour on the northern end of Lough Derg.
Pat Nolan
Nov 8, 20251 min read


First callout onboard all-weather lifeboat for volunteer crew member asLarne RNLI respond to a yacht in difficulty
First callout onboard all-weather lifeboat for volunteer crew member as Larne RNLI swiftly responded to a report of a yacht in difficulty.
Robert Stone
Nov 8, 20252 min read


Ballyglass RNLI assists fishing vessel in Broadhaven Bay
Ballyglass RNLI's all-weather lifeboat was called into action following a request from Malin Head Coast Guard radio. The lifeboat was dispatched to assist a fishing boat with two people on board that was experiencing engine trouble in Broadhaven Bay.
Pat Nolan
Nov 7, 20251 min read


Aran Islands RNLI welcomes new Lifeboat Operations Manager
Volunteers at the Aran Islands RNLI station were delighted to celebrate multiple pass outs this week and welcome a new Lifeboat Operations Manager to the station.
Pat Nolan
Nov 6, 20252 min read


Clifden RNLI recover submerged sailing boat in Clifden Bay
The volunteer crew of Clifden RNLI were requested by the Coast Guard to launch after a crew member had spotted the upturned hull of a boat in Clifden Bay.
Pat Nolan
Nov 6, 20251 min read


Castletownbere RNLI rescues four as 13m fishing trawler gets into difficulty
Castletownbere RNLI rescued four fishermen after they issued a Mayday when their 13m trawler hit a post inside the harbour and rapidly took on water.
Pat Nolan
Oct 30, 20252 min read


‘Seafillies’ complete challenge of swimming at all 98 Blue Flag Beaches
After 98 beaches, 4,000 km of coastlines and many swims, close friends Orla Leahy and Biddy Hughes are ready to celebrate a significant milestone. Through the swims, the ‘Seafillies’, as they have called themselves, have raised over €25,000 for the RNLI.
Pat Nolan
Oct 30, 20252 min read


Aran Islands RNLI respond to medical evacuation from Inis Mór
Aran Islands lifeboat was called into action by the Irish Coast Guard to carry out a medical evacuation from Inis Mór.
Pat Nolan
Oct 28, 20251 min read


Boyne Fisherman's Rescue and Recovery tasked to reports of a person in distress at Sunshine Bar
Boyne Fisherman's Rescue and Recovery respond to reports of a person in distress at Sunshine Bar. The swift and coordinated response that followed ensured a positive outcome in a potentially dangerous situation.
Pat Nolan
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Castletownbere and Baltimore RNLI respond to Mayday off Dursey Island
Castletownbere and Baltimore RNLI responded to a Mayday after a 35m fishing trawler with 12 onboard, took on water off Dursey Island in West Cork.
Pat Nolan
Oct 22, 20252 min read


Larne RNLI attends bell ringing ceremony for new Shannon class lifeboat
A new Shannon class lifeboat is coming to Larne RNLI. The lifeboat will replace the station’s all-weather Trent class lifeboat, Dr John McSparran, which has served the community off the Larne coast for the last quarter of a century.
Robert Stone
Oct 21, 20253 min read


Skerries lifeboat operations manager retires after 44 years dedicated service
Niall McGrotty recently stepped down as lifeboat operations manager after 44 years of volunteering for Skerries RNLI.
Pat Nolan
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Lough Neagh Rescue go to the aid of five people after speedboat suffers engine failure
Lough Neagh Rescue volunteer crew were requested to launch following a report from Belfast Coastguard that a speedboat with five people on board had broken down near Battery Harbour.
Robert Stone
Oct 13, 20251 min read


Carrybridge RNLI Volunteers Successfully Complete Tier 2 Passouts
Carrybridge Lifeboat Station is proud to announce that two more of its dedicated volunteer crew members, Richard McFarland and Richard Neely have successfully completed their final Tier 2 passouts, marking a significant accomplishment in their lifesaving journey.
Robert Stone
Oct 10, 20252 min read
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