Cowes RNLI Lifeboat Rescues Yacht Caught in Osborne Bay Snag
The Isle of Wight’s Cowes RNLI lifeboat raced to the rescue just after 3pm on Friday. The UK Coastguard ordered the launch to help a 50-foot yacht in trouble at Osborne Bay.
Couple’s Yacht Anchor Chain Gets Stuck
A couple on a leisure trip from Chichester to Bembridge were forced to call for help after their anchor chain became hopelessly tangled in the yacht’s bow-thrust aperture. Stranded mid-journey, they sought shelter in Osborne Bay before the drama unfolded.
Lifeboat Crew Come to the Rescue
The Cowes lifeboat launched at 3:26 pm and quickly reached the scene. Using a boat hook and carefully manoeuvring alongside the yacht, the crew managed to free the anchor chain from its tricky trap.
Safe and Sound, Yacht Sets Sail Again
With the chain secured and the anchor stowed safely, the relieved couple resumed their journey to Bembridge. The lifeboat returned to station promptly, arriving back at 4 pm.
