Date of Incident:
05/10/2024
Station:
NCI St Donat's Bay
Incident Summary:
Yacht involved in I/R 51388 observed by NCI, using outboard and struggling to make way. NCI Nells Pt also informed. Vessel going around in circles, and called 999 for help. AWLB tasked, and escorted
vessel, as it was using outboard. Engine then failed, ILB from Porthcawl tasked, and towed to marina. 1 crew member taken off due to seasickness.
RNLI:
Yes
Initiated:
NCI
MCA:
Yes
MCA No.:
539527
Casualty Type:
Sailing Vessel
Cause of Incident:
Vessel - Requires Assistance