Beaumaris RNLI called out to drifting yacht in Menai Strait
The Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat Annette Mary Liddington was launched, and crew quickly arrived at the scene to assess the situation.
A spokesman for RNLI said: "The first informant did the correct thing in alerting the Coastguard to this drifting vessel.
"This meant our volunteer lifeboat crew were able to reach the vessel quickly, assess the situation and take the best course of action to prevent the situation worsening."
Upon arrival, the crew found the yacht unoccupied and believed it had broken free from its moorings.
With a moderate breeze and strong tides, the vessel was deemed a hazard to other boats and was towed to the nearest safe location.
The Coastguard attempted to contact the vessel's owner while the lifeboat crew secured the yacht.
Once the yacht was safely moored, the crew was released by the Coastguard and returned to the station at 9.43pm.
The lifeboat was refuelled and cleaned, with the crew leaving the station at 10.20pm.
The RNLI has reminded the public of the importance of reporting incidents at sea.
Donations to support the Beaumaris Lifeboat can be made through their JustGiving page, helping the crew continue their vital work saving lives at sea.
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