Menu
01/10/2015
Two Men Lost In Thick Fog Rescued In Larne
The RNLI have rescued two men in Larne after their 14ft punt got lost in fog on Wednesday night.
The men had got into difficulty when they became disorientated in fog at Swan Island in Larne Lough.
Larne RNLI's lifeboat immediately made its way to the scene in what were challenging conditions for the crew whose visibility was restricted to three metres.
Larne RNLI helm Pamela Dorman said: "This was a particularly challenging call out this evening given the fog and the fact that our visibility was reduced to two to three metres. However, we are trained to deal with these situations and with the assistance of Belfast Coastguard and the casualties we were guided to the location and able to return the men safely to shore tonight. The casualties had made the correct decision to raise the alarm and request assistance when they got into difficulty. We would always urge anyone in distress to call 999 and ask for the Coastguard."
(CD)
The men had got into difficulty when they became disorientated in fog at Swan Island in Larne Lough.
Larne RNLI's lifeboat immediately made its way to the scene in what were challenging conditions for the crew whose visibility was restricted to three metres.
Larne RNLI helm Pamela Dorman said: "This was a particularly challenging call out this evening given the fog and the fact that our visibility was reduced to two to three metres. However, we are trained to deal with these situations and with the assistance of Belfast Coastguard and the casualties we were guided to the location and able to return the men safely to shore tonight. The casualties had made the correct decision to raise the alarm and request assistance when they got into difficulty. We would always urge anyone in distress to call 999 and ask for the Coastguard."
(CD)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
25 April 2024
Executive Must Use Budget To 'Front Up On Billion Pound Promises'
The four Executive parties must use their budget to "front up on billion pound promises made in Assembly motions", SDLP Opposition Leader, Matthew O'Toole, has said.
Executive Must Use Budget To 'Front Up On Billion Pound Promises'
The four Executive parties must use their budget to "front up on billion pound promises made in Assembly motions", SDLP Opposition Leader, Matthew O'Toole, has said.
13 February 2024
Lidl Plans Three New Stores In Bangor, Craigavon And Dungannon
Lidl Northern Ireland has launched plans for three new stores in Bangor, Craigavon and Dungannon, as part of their plans to enhance and expand its growing store network across the region.
Lidl Plans Three New Stores In Bangor, Craigavon And Dungannon
Lidl Northern Ireland has launched plans for three new stores in Bangor, Craigavon and Dungannon, as part of their plans to enhance and expand its growing store network across the region.
02 February 2024
Landlords Reminded To Renew Registrations
The Department for Communities (DfC) has reminded landlords that registered in January, February and March 2021 to renew their registration if they're still a landlord. In February 2014, the Landlord Registration Scheme was introduced and each period of registration lasts for three years.
Landlords Reminded To Renew Registrations
The Department for Communities (DfC) has reminded landlords that registered in January, February and March 2021 to renew their registration if they're still a landlord. In February 2014, the Landlord Registration Scheme was introduced and each period of registration lasts for three years.
01 February 2024
Men Sentenced For Ballymena Drug And Money Laundering Operation
Three men were sentenced for offences linked to a drugs and money laundering operation in the Ballymena area yesterday, 31 January. At Antrim Crown Court, Troy Carley (27), Neil Lowry (30) and Marc Mitchell (32) were sentenced for a number of offences.
Men Sentenced For Ballymena Drug And Money Laundering Operation
Three men were sentenced for offences linked to a drugs and money laundering operation in the Ballymena area yesterday, 31 January. At Antrim Crown Court, Troy Carley (27), Neil Lowry (30) and Marc Mitchell (32) were sentenced for a number of offences.
04 April 2024
Homes And Businesses To Receive Rates Bills From 05 April
The Department of Finance (DoF) has announced that homes and businesses will begin receiving their rates bills from Friday, 05 April. The bill will set out the amount due for 2024/25, details of any rate relief which has been applied to your account and also any arrears from previous years that have not been paid.
Homes And Businesses To Receive Rates Bills From 05 April
The Department of Finance (DoF) has announced that homes and businesses will begin receiving their rates bills from Friday, 05 April. The bill will set out the amount due for 2024/25, details of any rate relief which has been applied to your account and also any arrears from previous years that have not been paid.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:There will be a mixture of bright intervals and a few showers. Best of the sunny spells will be near the North Coast. Feeling on the cool side. Maximum temperature 10 °C.Tonight:Showers will gradually die out during the evening. A cold night with long clear spells leading to a touch of frost in places. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
