ALB Launch 05/09/2010

Time Out:

1846hrs

Time In:

2120hrs

Coxswain:

Andy Sargent

Mechanic:

Phil Corsi Relief Mechanic

Type:

Sailing Yacht with engine failure and in heavy seas

Position:

South of the Shambles bank

Description:

32ft Sailing yacht Hot Toddy with 2 persons aboard suffering from swampping,engine failure and in heavy seas south of the Shambles Bank.On scene 1910hrs casualty escorted by Lifeboat under sail to Portland Harbour, where Lifeboat then towed her into the Marina. Arrive safely at marina 2100hrs.Lifeboat return to station, refuelled and ready for service 2145.
 

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