June 20, 2025 - 675 views
The Llandudno RNLI's Inshore Lifeboat responded to three incidents in one callout yesterday evening.
First, they checked on kayakers in possible distress. Then, they rescued a dog and its owner in the water. Finally, they found adults in an inflatable dinghy who were fishing and returned safely to shore.
The two kayakers were approximately a mile and a half offshore between Penrhyn Bay and Rhos Point. A crew of four launched swiftly and made their way to the given location.
On arrival, the lifeboat crew found the kayakers were not in any difficulty and were simply enjoying a paddle. However, while speaking with them, a second emergency call came through via radio: a dog was reported in the water approximately 150 yards off Rhos-on-Sea, with its owner swimming out to retrieve it.
The lifeboat was immediately redirected to the second incident. Fortunately, by the time the crew arrived, the dog and its owner had made it safely back to shore. A crew member went ashore to ensure both were safe and well. Llandudno Coastguard had also arrived and carried out a full welfare check on the individual.
As the crew were preparing to depart from the coastguard team, a third report came in. This time of two children in an inflatable dinghy drifting out to sea. The lifeboat quickly located the dinghy, only to discover that its occupants were adults, content and fishing. They confirmed they were confident in their ability to return safely to shore.
The lifeboat then returned to station, where it was refuelled and made ready for service.
With good weather forecast for the weekend, the RNLI urges everyone to take extra care when heading to the coast. Whether using watercraft or simply swimming, please be cautious and aware of your surroundings.
Lifeboat Operations Manager, Capt. Marcus Elliott said: "If you see someone in difficulty or anything unusual at sea or along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard. We would always prefer to launch and find everything is fine than to be called too late to prevent a tragedy."
