In an early morning rescue operation on Saturday, July 7, the RNLI Lifeboat from Rye was called upon to aid a distressed yacht experiencing engine failure near the coast of Hastings.
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RNLI Hastings ALB had already taken charge of towing the yacht but faced difficulties due to low water levels in the River Rother, preventing delivery to Rye for necessary engine repairs. Rye Harbour’s Atlantic ’85 lifeboat was also hindered by the low tide.