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Western Telegraph
12 hours ago
- Climate
- Western Telegraph
Cardigan lifeboats called to group stranded near Tresaith
The group had become cut off by the tide to the north of Tresaith beach yesterday evening, Saturday, August 9. A member of the public contacted the UK Coastguard Authority which requested the assistance of both Cardigan lifeboats. (Image: Cardigan RNLI Lifeboat) The Atlantic and D-Class lifeboats were launched shortly after 6.36pm. The Atlantic lifeboat was launched by George in the bendy tractor with Simon at the helm and Ian, Derek and Ben as crew. The D-class lifeboat was launched by Sarah M in the Land Rover with Andrew at the helm and Stewart, Steff and Gwyn as crew. (Image: Cardigan RNLI Lifeboat) The lifeboats made best speed to the Tresaith area, with the D class using the smooth water of the Atlantic's wake to its best advantage. When the lifeboat crews arrived at the scene they could see that members of the public had launched a RIB from Tresaith beach and were in the process of transferring the individuals to safety. HM Coastguard Cardigan had also been tasked to the incident and was overseeing the evacuation. (Image: Cardigan RNLI Lifeboat) The lifeboats stood by until the four were confirmed to be out of danger. Both crews then made their way back to the lifeboat station. The lifeboats were recovered and made ready for service by 8.30pm. The RNLI says that the UK and Ireland have some of the biggest tidal ranges in the world. (Image: Cardigan RNLI Lifeboat) To avoid getting cut off by the tide you should check tide tables before you head out and be aware of your surroundings and the tide's direction while you are out. You can find out more information about tides through tide tables, apps, the Met Office, weather news or local websites. You can also get local tidal information from the local harbour master, tourist information centre and some seaside retail outlets. (Image: Cardigan RNLI Lifeboat)
Pembrokeshire Herald
31-05-2025
- General
- Pembrokeshire Herald
VC Gallery reopens in Haverfordwest after flood repairs
DURING the past week New Quay RNLI lifeboats launched four times in the space of six days. The first callout was last Friday (23 May) at 7.30pm when New Quay RNLI's Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, the Roy Barker V, launched on service to assist a sailor in distress, approximately 3 miles north of Cardigan Island. On arrival, Cardigan RNLI's lifeboat was already on scene and, having put one of their crew members on board to assess the casualty, had commenced towing the vessel towards New Quay. Daniel Potter, New Quay RNLI's coxswain said, 'Having assessed the situation, we decided that the safest course of action was to tow the 33ft yacht to New Quay, the nearest safe haven. 'We placed one of our crew members on board to assist the lone sailor, and the tow was transferred to us. Having safely moored the casualty vessel in New Quay harbour, the lifeboat returned to station and was recovered at 10.30pm.' The next day, Saturday (24 May), both New Quay lifeboats were launched on service at 3.30pm following concerns raised over two kayakers, thought to be in difficulty between Aberporth and Llangrannog. Both boats were tasked to carry out a shoreline search between New Quay and Aberporth. However, having searched as far as Cwmtydu the lifeboats were stood down at 4.55pm as the kayakers were found safe and well in New Quay. A false alarm with good intent. Next after a busy day at the station's open day on Sunday (25 May), New Quay's inshore lifeboat, the Will Morgan, launched on service at 9.40pm to investigate a paddleboard drifting in New Quay harbour. With three volunteer crew members on board, Simon Rigby, New Quay RNLI's helm said, 'Having spoken to the first informant, the paddleboard was quickly located and the lifeboat was tasked to conduct a search of the area. 'After completing a search and speaking to members of the public on the beach, and with no evidence of anyone being missing, it was concluded that the board had been washed out with the high tide.' The board was then recovered to a safe place by the lifeboat crew and New Quay's HM Coastguard team and the lifeboat was stood down and returned to station. The final callout was in the early hours of Wednesday morning (28 May). At 1.40am both lifeboats were tasked to respond to a DSC (digital selective calling) distress call from a yacht which had run aground in New Quay's bay. With breaking surf around the casualty vessel, the lifeboats provided illumination and safety cover as New Quay's HM Coastguard team evacuated the occupant of the vessel and an anchor was set. With all persons confirmed to be safe and well ashore, and with the ebbing tide resulting in the vessel being firmly aground, both lifeboats were stood down and returned to station at 3.40am. After recovery and wash down, the crew were stood down and returned to their homes at 5am. Huw Williams, one of New Quay RNLI's coxswains said, 'It has been a very busy week for our crew, this being the fourth incident we have responded to, with our lifeboats launching on service six times. 'Remember if you find yourself in trouble on the coast or at sea, or if you see someone in difficulty, call 999 and ask for Coastguard.'
Pembrokeshire Herald
31-05-2025
- General
- Pembrokeshire Herald
New Quay RNLI launches on service to four incidents during busy bank holiday week
DURING the past week New Quay RNLI lifeboats launched four times in the space of six days. The first callout was last Friday (23 May) at 7.30pm when New Quay RNLI's Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, the Roy Barker V, launched on service to assist a sailor in distress, approximately 3 miles north of Cardigan Island. On arrival, Cardigan RNLI's lifeboat was already on scene and, having put one of their crew members on board to assess the casualty, had commenced towing the vessel towards New Quay. Daniel Potter, New Quay RNLI's coxswain said, 'Having assessed the situation, we decided that the safest course of action was to tow the 33ft yacht to New Quay, the nearest safe haven. 'We placed one of our crew members on board to assist the lone sailor, and the tow was transferred to us. Having safely moored the casualty vessel in New Quay harbour, the lifeboat returned to station and was recovered at 10.30pm.' The next day, Saturday (24 May), both New Quay lifeboats were launched on service at 3.30pm following concerns raised over two kayakers, thought to be in difficulty between Aberporth and Llangrannog. Both boats were tasked to carry out a shoreline search between New Quay and Aberporth. However, having searched as far as Cwmtydu the lifeboats were stood down at 4.55pm as the kayakers were found safe and well in New Quay. A false alarm with good intent. Next after a busy day at the station's open day on Sunday (25 May), New Quay's inshore lifeboat, the Will Morgan, launched on service at 9.40pm to investigate a paddleboard drifting in New Quay harbour. With three volunteer crew members on board, Simon Rigby, New Quay RNLI's helm said, 'Having spoken to the first informant, the paddleboard was quickly located and the lifeboat was tasked to conduct a search of the area. 'After completing a search and speaking to members of the public on the beach, and with no evidence of anyone being missing, it was concluded that the board had been washed out with the high tide.' The board was then recovered to a safe place by the lifeboat crew and New Quay's HM Coastguard team and the lifeboat was stood down and returned to station. The final callout was in the early hours of Wednesday morning (28 May). At 1.40am both lifeboats were tasked to respond to a DSC (digital selective calling) distress call from a yacht which had run aground in New Quay's bay. With breaking surf around the casualty vessel, the lifeboats provided illumination and safety cover as New Quay's HM Coastguard team evacuated the occupant of the vessel and an anchor was set. With all persons confirmed to be safe and well ashore, and with the ebbing tide resulting in the vessel being firmly aground, both lifeboats were stood down and returned to station at 3.40am. After recovery and wash down, the crew were stood down and returned to their homes at 5am. Huw Williams, one of New Quay RNLI's coxswains said, 'It has been a very busy week for our crew, this being the fourth incident we have responded to, with our lifeboats launching on service six times. 'Remember if you find yourself in trouble on the coast or at sea, or if you see someone in difficulty, call 999 and ask for Coastguard.'
Pembrokeshire Herald
31-05-2025
- General
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Politicians attend opening of The Dizzy Bear in Milford Haven
DURING the past week New Quay RNLI lifeboats launched four times in the space of six days. The first callout was last Friday (23 May) at 7.30pm when New Quay RNLI's Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, the Roy Barker V, launched on service to assist a sailor in distress, approximately 3 miles north of Cardigan Island. On arrival, Cardigan RNLI's lifeboat was already on scene and, having put one of their crew members on board to assess the casualty, had commenced towing the vessel towards New Quay. Daniel Potter, New Quay RNLI's coxswain said, 'Having assessed the situation, we decided that the safest course of action was to tow the 33ft yacht to New Quay, the nearest safe haven. 'We placed one of our crew members on board to assist the lone sailor, and the tow was transferred to us. Having safely moored the casualty vessel in New Quay harbour, the lifeboat returned to station and was recovered at 10.30pm.' The next day, Saturday (24 May), both New Quay lifeboats were launched on service at 3.30pm following concerns raised over two kayakers, thought to be in difficulty between Aberporth and Llangrannog. Both boats were tasked to carry out a shoreline search between New Quay and Aberporth. However, having searched as far as Cwmtydu the lifeboats were stood down at 4.55pm as the kayakers were found safe and well in New Quay. A false alarm with good intent. Next after a busy day at the station's open day on Sunday (25 May), New Quay's inshore lifeboat, the Will Morgan, launched on service at 9.40pm to investigate a paddleboard drifting in New Quay harbour. With three volunteer crew members on board, Simon Rigby, New Quay RNLI's helm said, 'Having spoken to the first informant, the paddleboard was quickly located and the lifeboat was tasked to conduct a search of the area. 'After completing a search and speaking to members of the public on the beach, and with no evidence of anyone being missing, it was concluded that the board had been washed out with the high tide.' The board was then recovered to a safe place by the lifeboat crew and New Quay's HM Coastguard team and the lifeboat was stood down and returned to station. The final callout was in the early hours of Wednesday morning (28 May). At 1.40am both lifeboats were tasked to respond to a DSC (digital selective calling) distress call from a yacht which had run aground in New Quay's bay. With breaking surf around the casualty vessel, the lifeboats provided illumination and safety cover as New Quay's HM Coastguard team evacuated the occupant of the vessel and an anchor was set. With all persons confirmed to be safe and well ashore, and with the ebbing tide resulting in the vessel being firmly aground, both lifeboats were stood down and returned to station at 3.40am. After recovery and wash down, the crew were stood down and returned to their homes at 5am. Huw Williams, one of New Quay RNLI's coxswains said, 'It has been a very busy week for our crew, this being the fourth incident we have responded to, with our lifeboats launching on service six times. 'Remember if you find yourself in trouble on the coast or at sea, or if you see someone in difficulty, call 999 and ask for Coastguard.'
