A fishing boat encountered fuel issues off Llandudno’s Great Orme and issued a distress signal, necessitating a tow to safety in challenging weather conditions. The eleven-meter vessel had three crew members aboard when it alerted HM Coastguard at 3:38 PM on Saturday. Fortunately, all crew members were reported safe during the incident.
The Llandudno RNLI crew was dispatched to assist, along with the Llandudno and Penmon Coastguard Rescue Teams. A spokesperson for HM Coastguard noted that the boat was approximately 400 yards north of Great Orme when it sent a PAN-PAN distress signal, indicating an urgent but non-life-threatening situation.
Initially, there was a plan to tow the fishing boat to a mooring near Conwy; however, this was abandoned due to unfavorable weather conditions. Instead, the RNLI’s all-weather lifeboat successfully towed the vessel to Porth Penrhyn in Bangor, ensuring the safety of all involved. This incident highlights the importance of maritime safety and the readiness of rescue teams in adverse conditions.
