Newcastle RNLI alerted after jet skiers get into difficulty in Dundrum Bay
Newcastle RNLI were requested to launch on Saturday evening (9th May) following a report that a jet skier had got into difficulty in Dundrum’s inner bay.
The Newcastle volunteer crew launched their inshore lifeboat Cameronian, at 4.55pm.
There was a northerly Force 4-5 fresh breeze at the time with choppy seas, clear skies, and good visibility.
When the lifeboat helmed by Locky Leneghan and with crew members Andrew Lynas and Ciaran Leneghan onboard, arrived on scene, they were stood down when a communication came through that two casualties who were in the water and unable to remount their jet ski, had been safely taken ashore.
Locky Leneghan, Newcastle RNLI Helm said: ‘We want to commend the two casualties, one of whom blew the whistle on their lifejacket continuously to alert the crew of a nearby rowing boat from Dundrum Coastal Rowing Club, who were training in the bay at the time.
“The rowers successfully recovered both casualties from the water and took them to the shore at Murlough Nature Reserve where they were assisted by Newcastle and Kilkeel Coastguard teams, and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service as a precautionary measure.
“This was wonderful work by all involved and resulted in a great outcome.
‘We would encourage anyone planning a trip to sea to go prepared, always wear a lifejacket, always carry a means of communication, and always let someone on the shore know where you are going and when you are due back.
“Should you get into difficulty or see someone else in trouble, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.“
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