Fenit Lifeboat Called Out Seven Times In Past Week

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Fenit RNLI Lifeboat was called out seven times in the past week in what has been a particularly busy spell for the service.

The most recent callout was last night when concerns were raised after an object was seen near the coast at Ballyheigue Beach.

The volunteer crew of Fenit RNLI responded with full efficiency to partake in the search for unidentified items near the coast off Ballyheigue Beach last night following a call by concerned member of the public.

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Both the Fenit All Weather Lifeboat with a full crew and it’s Inshore Lifeboat launched at approximately 10.30pm.

The crew arrived at the area and a search was conducted. Following a search of the area the item was found to be the remains of a fishing item.

The previous call outs in the past week ranged from being called to assist surfers potentially in danger, towing a number of vessels back safely to various harbours in North and West Kerry, assisting a large vessel which ran aground, providing a safety escort for a number of swimmers who carried out a fundraising event for Fenit RNLI last Saturday morning.

On all occasions any people in possible danger were returned to port safely. Fenit Lifeboat are reminding people to be as safe as possible and to be as prepared as possible when going to sea and if there is ever any doubt whatsoever about any persons safety to either dial 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard.

For more advice on how to float and other water safety advice visit RespectTheWater.com

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