Date of Incident:
28/08/2022
Station:
NCI Swanage
Incident Summary:
NCI observed 3 kayakers who got into difficulties in tidal race. 1 reached shore, but other 2 were swept offshore and capsized. HMCG informed. Nearby yacht offered assistance, NCI conned onto
casualties. ILB tasked. Yacht rescued casualties, and recovered kayaks, all of which were transferred to ILB. All safe and well.
RNLI:
Yes
Initiated:
NCI
MCA:
Yes
MCA No.:
031390
Casualty Type:
Manual Craft Canoeing/Kayak
Cause of Incident:
Vessel - Capsize