![]() If you don’t have an EPIRB you should consider getting one because they will help search and rescue services to pinpoint the location of a vessel in distress. Speaking about EPIRBs Alan added, 'Emergency beacons are a lifesaving piece of equipment, I would encourage any boat owners to check the service status and registration details of any beacons on board. Thankfully there was no vessel in distress on this occasion but we remain ready to respond every time the pager goes.' With all involved satisfied that there was no vessel in distress in the area the Coast Guard stood down all assets and the volunteer crew returned to station.Ĭlifden RNLI Coxswain Alan Pryce said: 'This morning’s call demonstrates how a well coordinated multi agency search can cover a very large area thoroughly and efficiently. An extensive search was carried out of the reported areas by all assets with a large portion of the north Connemara coast searched. Pin Point Heritage Museum 5 562 5 of 191 things to do in Savannah History Museums Closed now Visit website Call Email Write a review About Suggested duration 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. The Irish Coast Guard Sligo based Helicopter, Rescue 118 was also tasked to search along with Cleggan Coast Guard units. ![]() Whilst en route and with more information becoming available, Clifden RNLI’s Atlantic 85 was launched with Thomas Davis at the helm and crew of Kevin Ryan and Shane Conneely. The ALB made best speed to the search area of Mullaghloss on the Renvyle peninsula. ![]() St Christopher under the command of Coxswain Alan Pryce with mechanic Joe Acton, navigator Dan Whelan and crew of Andy Bell, Chris Nee and John Heffernan. An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is a device to alert search and rescue services in case of an emergency out at sea.ĭeputy Launching Authority Saul Joyce launched Clifden RNLI’s Shannon class all-weather lifeboat (ALB)
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