THREE people were rescued off the coast of Wales as Storm Ashley brought high winds and treacherous conditions. The Flint lifeboat crew responded to two separate emergencies on Sunday (October 20), navigating fierce winds and rough seas to ensure their safety.
The first incident involved a fisherman who became stranded up to his knees, cut off by the rising tide at Connah’s Quay, Flintshire. Battling the storm’s turbulent waters, the lifeboat crew managed to reach the fisherman and bring him to safety.
Soon after, the crew received a distress call from a vessel that had suffered engine failure while adrift in rough conditions. The lifeboat quickly located the yacht, half a mile off Llannerch y Mor, and rescued the two individuals on board. Despite the challenging conditions, both were safely brought aboard and taken back to Greenfield Dock for assessment and shelter.
Bill Dewsbury, the Launch Authority for Flint RNLI, praised the swift actions of those in distress, emphasizing their use of VHF radios and mobile phones to alert the coastguard. “Their preparedness was crucial in enabling us to respond quickly and effectively,” he noted.
The quick response and bravery of the Flint lifeboat crew were instrumental in ensuring the safety of those in peril during the harsh conditions brought by Storm Ashley. Their dedication to saving lives at sea remains unwavering, even in the face of extreme weather.
