Clifden RNLI launch as part of a multi-agency response to an EPIRB activation
- Pat Nolan
- 12 hours ago
- 1 min read
Wednesday 18 February 2026
At 11:30 am on Wednesday 18 February, the volunteer crew at Clifden RNLI was tasked by the Irish Coast Guard to a report of an emergency beacon activation (EPIRB).
When activated, a signal from an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) normally indicates that a vessel or persons are in distress.
The Clifden all weather lifeboat St. Christopher, joined in a multi agency search with Cleggan Coast Guard, Aran Islands RNLI, and Irish Coast Guard helicoptor Rescue 115 to carry out a search of the Slyne head / Dunlaughin area.
Following a comprehensive search, with no vessel found to be in distress, the search was stood down.
Clifden RNLI Coxswain, Alan Pryce has praised the team working of multiple search and rescue organisations on scene today adding, "Thankfully this activation turned out to be a false alarm and no one was in danger. Emergency beacons are so important for any sea-going vessel. I would remind all boat owners who carry an EPIRB on their vessel to check the registration details are up to date and that everyone onboard knows what to do in an emergency. "
