Drama at Sea: Three Rescued as Yacht Sinks Near Hayling Island
Chaos erupted this afternoon when a yacht sank off Hayling Island’s West Pole Sands. Three men were spotted stranded on an overwhelmed vessel, sparking a dramatic rescue operation.
Mayday Call Saves the Day
Hayling Lifeboat and Hayling Rescue rushed to the scene after a desperate mayday call was sent via portable radio. The yacht went down just after 1pm today near Chichester Bar.
Safe and Sound After Harrowing Ordeal
Thankfully, all three men were pulled from the water and taken back to the lifeboat station, where they were warmed up and checked over. Another close call on the water averted by brave rescuers.
