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Lifesavers Defy Gale-Force Winds to Tow Disabled Fishing Vessel to Safety
6 Oct
Summary
- Lifeboat crews rescued a 79ft fishing boat off Yorkshire coast
- Boat lost power in Storm Amy's gale-force winds and heavy seas
- Rescue operation took over 24 hours to complete
On Friday, October 4th, 2025, just two days ago, lifeboat crews from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) in Scarborough and Bridlington embarked on a dramatic rescue mission off the Yorkshire coast. The crews were called to assist a 79ft fishing boat that had lost power as it was being battered by Storm Amy's gale-force winds and heavy seas, some 26 miles from the shore.
The Scarborough lifeboat crew was the first to respond, venturing out into the treacherous conditions shortly before midday on Friday. However, it wasn't until the following afternoon that a lifeboat crew from Bridlington, which had braved the storm for a second time, was finally able to tow the disabled vessel and its crew to safety.
Bridlington coxswain Andy Rodgers described the weekend rescue as "challenging" for both crews, who faced "very testing North Sea conditions" throughout the operation. Despite the incredible difficulties, the lifesavers persevered, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to protecting those in peril at sea.
