St Peter Port lifeboat clean up
The St Peter Port lifeboat was out of the water for 24 hours to have its bottom cleaned and a few other minor items. An early start for the crew each day. Pictures of before and after by Carl Bisson
Continue reading →“Spirit of Guernsey” launched to escort sailing vessel
At 1805 on Sunday 22nd September 2019, Guernsey Coastguard received a radio call from a 45ft sailing vessel with 3 crew on board asking for assistance. The vessel was 5.5 miles North West of the Hanois Lighthouse and her engine … Continue reading →
Lifeboats launched to sailing vessel with sick crewmember onboard
At 17:25 on Friday 13th September 2019, Guernsey Coastguard received a call from the 32ft sailing vessel ‘Second Wind’ with two persons onboard, one of which was suffering from extreme sea sickness. The vessel which was 4.2 nautical miles south … Continue reading →
Guernsey Coastguard deals with 2 vessels in difficulty
At 1747 on Thursday 29th August 2019, Guernsey Coastguard received a call regarding a 22ft motor vessel experiencing engine trouble 6 miles northeast of Sark. The vessel had one person on board and was struggling to make progress back to … Continue reading →
New crane fitted on St Peter Port lifeboat
Yesterday, on 28th August 2019, a new crane was fitted on the St Peter Port lifeboat. This important piece of equipment has a number of uses including launching the Y boat. Photos by Carl Bisson
Continue reading →Lifeboat Launched to Assist Yacht “Dabbler”
At 0620 on Wednesday 21st August 2019, Guernsey Coastguard received a PAN PAN call from 35ft yacht “Dabbler” with 3 persons onboard reporting engine failure approximately 3 miles north west of Lihou Island. The vessel was in no immediate danger … Continue reading →