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North Wales Live
01-07-2025
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- North Wales Live
Sailors rescued after vessel capsizes near island nature reserve
Sailors had to be rescued after their vessel capsized near Ynys Seiriol (Puffin Island), off the coast of Anglesey. The two were struggling to right their sailing dinghy and were showing "signs of shock" during the incident on Sunday afternoon. A RNLI Moelfre Lifeboat spokesperson said: "RNLI Moelfre volunteers were tasked at 4:10 pm on Sunday, 29th June 2025, by HM Coastguard to report that an upturned kayak with two persons in the water, 1.5 km Northwest of Ynys Seiriol (Puffin Island), was in difficulties. It was also reported that the kayak was deflating. "Moelfre all-weather lifeboat 'Kiwi' made good speed, and once on scene, it became clear to the RNLI crew that they were dealing with an overturned dinghy with two people sitting on the capsized hull. Get the best island stories from our Anglesey newsletter - sent every Friday "The RNLI volunteers quickly got the casualties onboard the lifeboat. Both casualties were cold and tired after trying to right their capsized vessel, and they were also showing signs of shock. "Complete casualty care assessments were given, and our trained casualty care crew members constantly monitored both casualties. "With the casualties safely onboard the lifeboat, the crew launched the onboard Y-boat, a smaller boat designed for manoeuvring in tight spaces, so that three RNLI volunteers could attempt to right the overturned sailing dinghy. It took considerable effort to right the fully rigged vessel, and the RNLI volunteers then de-rigged the casualty vessel." "It was decided the best safe mooring would be at Traeth Bychan to prevent a long tow. Relief coxswain Pete Yates suggested bringing the casualty vessel into the transom bay of the lifeboat, a secure area at the rear of the lifeboat. This was attempted and proved successful, which meant that making the journey back to shore was more efficient. According to the Moelfre RNLI, both casualties were well-equipped and had the necessary emergency equipment. Once at Traeth Bychan, Penmon Coastguard team assisted in securing the casualty vessel and also gave safety advice to both casualties, they were also advised to seek further medical attention if they showed any signs of sickness, shortness of breath, in the next 48-72 hours to make their way to the hospital. Deputy Second Coxswain, Mike Hughes Roberts, said. "Even though both sailors were tired, they did the right thing by dialling 999 before they became too exhausted. They wisely had their means of communication safely stored in a dry bag, ensuring it would be serviceable in time of need".
North Wales Chronicle
30-06-2025
- General
- North Wales Chronicle
Two sailors rescued after dinghy capsizes near Puffin Island
RNLI Moelfre volunteers were tasked by HM Coastguard at 4.10pm on Sunday, June 29, to assist with an incident about 1.5 kilometres northwest of Ynys Seiriol (Puffin Island). It was also reported that the kayak, identified as a dinghy upon arrival, was deflating. A statement from RNLI Moelfre Lifeboat said: "Moelfre all-weather lifeboat 'Kiwi' made good speed, and once on scene, it became clear to the RNLI crew that they were dealing with an overturned dinghy with two people sitting on the capsized hull. "The RNLI volunteers quickly got the casualties onboard the lifeboat. Both casualties were cold and tired after trying to right their capsized vessel, and they were also showing signs of shock. "Complete casualty care assessments were given, and our trained casualty care crew members constantly monitored both casualties. "With the casualties safely onboard the lifeboat, the crew launched the onboard Y-boat, a smaller boat designed for manoeuvring in tight spaces, so that three RNLI volunteers could attempt to right the overturned sailing dinghy. "It took considerable effort to right the fully rigged vessel, and the RNLI volunteers then de-rigged the casualty vessel. "It was decided that the best safe mooring would be at Traeth Bychan to prevent a long tow. Relief coxswain Pete Yates suggested bringing the casualty vessel into the transom bay of the lifeboat, a secure area at the rear of the lifeboat. This was attempted and proved successful, which meant that making the journey back to shore was more efficient. "Both casualties were well-equipped and had the necessary emergency equipment. "Once at Traeth Bychan, Penmon Coastguard team assisted in securing the casualty vessel and also gave safety advice to both casualties, they were also advised to seek further medical attention if they showed any signs of sickness, shortness of breath, etc in the next 48-72 hours to make their way to the hospital." Mike Hughes Roberts, Deputy Second Coxswain, said: "Even though both sailors were tired, they did the right thing by dialling 999 before they became too exhausted. "They wisely had their means of communication safely stored in a dry bag, ensuring it would be serviceable in time of need."
