Date of Incident:
01/09/2022
Station:
NCI Hengistbury Head
Incident Summary:
Heard PanPan from drifting yacht. HMCG requested we we keep eyes on casualty. Updated HMCG with new position and advised second yacht attempting to establish a tow. HMCG requested station to stay open
and maintain watch. Tow established and casualty towed toward harbour. HMCG again requested that watch is maintained during tow. Later reported that casualty was safely in harbour and stood down
with thanks by HMCG
RNLI:
No
Initiated:
MCA/HMCG
MCA:
Yes
MCA No.:
032219
Casualty Type:
Sailing Vessel
Cause of Incident:
Vessel - Requires Assistance