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Four Kayakers Saved in Dramatic Rescue
8 Jul
Summary
- Four kayakers were rescued after facing trouble near the Mull of Galloway.
- Three kayakers reached rocks; search continued for the fourth.
- A successful rescue operation brought all four kayakers safely back.
Four kayakers experienced trouble off the Mull of Galloway, prompting a rescue operation. The Belfast Coastguard was alerted early on July 9, 2026, by the Port William Inshore Rescue Service.
Three of the kayakers found refuge on rocks near the lighthouse. While confirming their immediate safety, rescue teams focused on locating the fourth individual.
Portpatrick Lifeboat successfully traced the missing kayaker about 2.5 miles offshore. The individual was found safe but exhausted.
All four kayakers were subsequently brought back to shore, concluding the rescue mission. The Port William Inshore Rescue Service praised the successful outcome and the efforts of all involved.
