Fethard RNLI Launches to Assist Vessel with Fouled Propeller
- Pat Nolan
- May 23
- 1 min read
Saturday 23 May 2026
On Friday morning 22 May, the volunteer crew at Fethard RNLI, were tasked to a call for assistance from a vessel off the south coast after its propeller became fouled in a rope.
The request for help was received at 8.42am on Friday, 22 May, with the crew at Fethard RNLI tasked to respond to the incident. The vessel had reported difficulty after a rope became entangled in its propeller, leaving it temporarily disabled on the water.
The Fethard RNLI inshore lifeboat launched shortly afterwards and made its way toward the casualty vessel. However, while en route, crew members were informed that those onboard had successfully managed to clear the rope from the propeller and were able to continue their journey safely without further assistance.
Following the update, the lifeboat stood down and returned to station.
The incident serves as another reminder of the importance of carrying reliable means of communication when heading afloat. Boaters are advised to always have a way to call for help in an emergency, either by using VHF Channel 16 or by calling 112 and asking for the Coast Guard.
