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94 - 29/12/08 report of Persons in the water 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 19:57 hrs and returned from service at 20:11 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the ILB following a report from a MoP of persons in difficulty in the water outside Port Ramsgate. AWB was also launched. On scene ILB found no sign of distress. Two persons were digging bait at the water line, using torches. Two ILB crew landed and ascertained that these persons had seen no one else in the area, and also confirmed that they (the bait diggers) were aware of the current tidal conditions. Both lifeboats returned to station. False alarm with good intent. 92 - 29/12/08 report of a Capsized Sailing Boat 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 14:33 hrs and returned from service at 16:06 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the ILB following a report from a MoP of a sailing boat capsized and a person in the water off Stone Bay. ILB launched as requested, and AWB was also launched. RAF Helicopter Rescue 125 was also tasked to the incident. On scene, the ILB found and recovered a surfing kite on the water surface and being blown by the wind. A search was commenced and meanwhile one of the AWB crew advised that the kite was not of a type in general use on the UK coast. Investigation by HMCG then linked this to the report of an unmanned kite board having been found on the French coast on the previous day. Search was discontinued and both lifeboats returned to station. False alarm with good intent. 90 - 26/12/08 Converted Tug ''Jolly'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 15:42 hrs and returned from service at 19:15 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to the assistance of the converted tug "Jolly", disabled with complete loss of propulsion and generation power, west of the South Falls. On scene AWB found "Jolly" adrift and completely without power except for minimal VHF communication. "Jolly" was taken in tow and in view of the size of the casualty, the south going tide and the wind direction, the Cox'n decided the best prospect would be to tow "Jolly" to Dover. HMCG concurred with this and offered to request a launch of the Dover AWB to take over the tow. However, Cox'n Cannon thought this unnecessary and proposed to tow "Jolly" to Dover with the Ramsgate AWB. 88 - 19/10/08 motor boat ''Colly Wobbles'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 16:37 hrs and returned from service at 17:41 hrs. The motor boat "Colly Wobbles", with two persons on board called the Port Control requesting assistance after suffering engine failure whilst off North Foreland. AWB launch was initiated, HMCG being advised. AWB took "Colly Wobbles" in tow to a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 86 - 12/10/08 Yacht ''Benedictine'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 12:21 hrs and returned from service at 12:30 hrs. AWB had just returned from previous service when the Port Control relayed a request for assistance from the yacht "Benedictine", with three persons on board. "Benedictine" was approaching the breakwater entrance and experiencing intermittent problems with her engine. AWB was on the berth with a crew still on board and launched immediately to "Benedictine", which was escorted into the harbour. 85 - 12/10/08 Motor boat ''MOJO'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Diverted from exercise at 11:42 hrs and returned from service at 12:20 hrs. AWB was at sea on exercise when a request for assistance was received via the Port Control by VHF from the small motor boat "Mojo" with two persons on board, at anchor near the end of the Ramsgate approach channel. "Mojo" had been unable to start her engine. AWB was nearby and proceeded to take "Mojo" in tow in to Ramsgate Harbour. 83 - 04/09/08 Working catamaran ''Alpha'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 18:39 hrs and returned from service at 22:41 hrs. HMCG alerted the station to communication they were having with the catamaran/workboat "Alpha", in difficulty between the Fairey West and Foxtrot 3 buoys. One of "Alpha's" engines had failed and consequent fuel problems meant that she might not have sufficient fuel to reach Ramsgate. In consultation with HMCG, it was decided to launch the AWB in order to make the best of the remaining daylight in locating the vessel. AWB came up with "Alpha" under way and making slow speed towards Ramsgate. Having considered the possible length of service under escort, the imminent exhaustion of useable fuel on the casualty and traffic conditions in the area to be transited, the cox'n decided to take "Alpha" in tow. Good speed was made with the tow, and "Alpha" was taken to a berth in Ramsgate Royal Harbour. 82 - 01/09/08 Fishing Catamaran ''Markus J'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 15:44 hrs and returned from service at 16:33 hrs. The local fishing catamaran "Marcus J" with three persons on board called the Ramsgate Port Control requesting assistance as she was taking water in one hull. An AWB launch was initiated, HMCG being advised, and the lifeboat proceeded to the "Marcus J" a mile east of North Foreland. On scene AWB found "Marcus J" had stemmed the leak. AWB escorted "Marcus J" back in to Ramsgate. 81 - 01/09/08 Fishing vessel ''Boy William'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 12:19 hrs and returned from service at 13:55 hrs. The local fishing vessel "Boy William" called the Ramsgate Port Control on VHF 14 after failing to contact HMCG on VHF 16, requesting assistance. With two persons on board, "Boy William" had suffered engine failure a mile north east of the NE Goodwin buoy. An AWB launch was initiated, HMCG being advised, and the AWB towed "Boy William" in to Ramsgate Harbour. 78 - 29/08/08 Yacht ''Catriona'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 17:26 hrs and returned from service at 20:31 hrs. The yacht "Catriona", with 3 persons on board, contacted the Ramsgate Port Control by mobile telephone requesting assistance after suffering engine failure and being becalmed to the west of the Interbank buoy. The call was passed to HMCG who requested launch of the AWB to assist. AWB took "Catriona" in tow in to Ramsgate Harbour. 73 - 20/08/08 Yacht ''Foxtrot'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 03:37 hrs and returned from service at 04:16 hrs. The yacht "Foxtrot" with five persons on board called the port control advising that they had engine problems and were unsure of making the harbour entrance safely. As "Foxtrot" approached it became clear that she could not make it into the harbour against the wind unaided. It was decided to launch the AWB to assist. AWB found "Foxtrot" under sail but making little way towards the port. "Foxtrot" was asked to lower her sail and was then taken in tow in to the port. During the operation it was found that the yacht had a fouled or missing propeller. 70 - 12/08/08 search for possible missing persons 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 05:36 hrs and returned from service at 08:15 hrs. Police were investigating the finding of two piles of clothes on beaches at Margate, late p.m.of the 11th August. Police requested help from HMCG and at first light HMCG requested launch of both lifeboats, along with both Margate Lifeboats, to commence a search. The search was conducted from north east of North Foreland, both close inshore and up to 1½ miles offshore, as far west as Epple Bay. With nothing found and no further information, at 07:50 HMCG advised both Ramsgate Lifeboats to return to station, conducting a coastline search en route. 68 - 11/08/08 Yacht ''Prufrock'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 17:40 hrs and returned from service at 18:57 hrs. Crew in the boathouse had overheard a conversation between the yacht "Prufrock" and Dover MRCC, with "Prufrock" reporting an overheating engine and making for Ramsgate under sail in difficult conditions. "Prufrock" requested assistance in entering the harbour. Port Control found no commercial craft in the vicinity and the Royal Harbour congested with leisure craft returning from sailing. The on duty harbour staff were not experienced in towing in the prevailing conditions and so it was decided that the AWB would launch if required. At 17:30 HMCG called and advised of the situation and AWB was launched. AWB came up with "Prufrock" under sail and having overheating of his engine whenever power was put on. "Prufrock" lowered her sails and AWB towed her in to a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 65 - 09/08/08 investigation of a flashing light 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 21:32 hrs and returned from service at 23:18 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB following reports from vessels in the SW traffic lane of seeing lights low down near the water. AWB proceeded towards the area and meanwhile, one of the merchant ships, the m.v. "Clipper Bordeaux" had manoeuvred close to the lights and at 22:02 gave a position and reported seeing some poles with flags on them and flashing lights attached. AWB was on scene at 22:18 and commenced a search pattern, sighting the lights at 22:24 hrs. The lights were found attached to a fishing dan, adrift in the SW lane. AWB took the fishing gear on board and returned to Ramsgate. 57 - 22/07/08 Yacht ''April Rose'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 22:08 hrs and returned from service at 22:22 hrs. HMCG advised that the yacht "April Rose" was off Margate and making slow way towards Ramsgate with a leaking stern gland. This was advisory, with no lifeboat requested at that time. Approaching Ramsgate "April Rose" requested assistance as she could not start her engine and was now becalmed. The Cox'n contacted "April Rose" and with no other vessels in the vicinity an AWB launch was initiated, HMCG being informed throughout. AWB came up with "April Rose" becalmed and under way and towed the yacht in to a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 56 - 22/07/08 Yacht ''Plomper Veloren'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 19:29 hrs and returned from service at 19:58 hrs. HMCG requested a launch to the assistance of the yacht "Plomper Veloren" which had had engine failure and was unable to sail in the light winds. "Plomper Veloren" was off Dumpton Gap, with two persons on board. HMCG did not specify which lifeboat and so after discussing with the launching authority, an AWB launch was initiated. AWB came up with "Plomper Veloren" under way under full sail but making no headway. AWB towed "Plomper Veloren" in to a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 55 - 19/07/08 Yacht ''Mercury'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 00:12 hrs and returned from service at 01:30 hrs. The yacht "Mercury" with 9 persons on board called the Ramsgate Port control by VHF advising that they were to the north east of the Broadstairs Knoll and had had a complete engine failure. They were unable to sail against the north-going current and asked for assistance. The Port Control asked "Mercury" to contact HMCG and after confirming the circumstances HMCG requested launch of the AWB to assist. AWB came up with "Mercury" under way, under sail, but making little headway. "Mercury" was asked to lower her sails and AWB took her in tow into a berth at Ramsgate Harbour. 53 - 12/07/08 Cabin Cruiser ''Troyboy'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 15:57 hrs and returned from service at 17:08 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to the cabin cruiser "Troyboy", with three persons, broken down with fuel problems off Deal. AWB came up with "Troyboy" adrift and making efforts to locate the fault. AWB towed "Troyboy" in to Ramsgate. 52 - 12/07/08 Yacht ''Aliva'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 11:00 hrs and returned from service at 12:59 hrs. HMCG advised that the yacht "Aliva" with three persons on board was about 6 miles off the port, had no radio communications, had electrical and engine failure and was attempting to sail to Ramsgate. Casualty was communicating by mobile telephone. HMCG passed the yacht's mobile telephone number and said they (HMCG) were not requesting a lifeboat at this time. In consultation with the Cox'n it was decided to launch the AWB before the situation worsened. AWB came up with "Aliva", under full sail but making little way. After asking her to take her sails down, the lifeboat towed "Aliva" into a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 50 - 12/07/08 Yacht ''Alima Sky'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 00:49 hrs and returned from service at 02:13 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to the yacht "Alima Sky" with two persons, suffering engine failure and making water, near the NE Goodwin buoy. AWB launched and due to poor communications casualty was asked to fire a red flare to establish visual contact. On arrival AWB found "Alima Sky" under short sail making little way and reporting that the water ingress had ceased. AWB towed "Alima Sky" into a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 49 - 11/07/08 Assistance to capsized kayaks 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 13:25 hrs and returned from service at 13:41 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the ILB after a report from a MoP of two kayaks capsized off Broadstairs Harbour, with both kayaks and one person recovered, but other person still in the water with a paddle. On scene ILB commenced a search from Stone Bay towards Broadstairs and requested launch of the AWB to widen the search area. AWB launched and as she arrived on scene it was confirmed that the missing person had been found on Broadstairs beach, exhausted and in care of the beach inspector. Both lifeboats returned to station. 47 - 10/07/08 Unnamed small power boat 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 19:20 hrs and returned from service at 19:29 hrs. The port control officer observed a small power boat which had just left the harbour, in difficulties and filling with water just outside the Royal Harbour entrance, inside the north breakwater. Port control initiated an ILB launch, HMCG being advised. On scene, ILB found the power boat had sunk, with her bow just above the water. The single occupant was taken on board from the water and found to be well and suffering no injury. ILB connected a tow to the bow of the speedboat to keep it off the breakwater, but could not tow it in the prevailing conditions. In view of the need to keep the sunken vessel from becoming an underwater hazard, and with no commercial help immediately available, an AWB launch was initiated, HMCG again being advised. AWB launched and took over the tow of the semi-submerged speedboat from the ILB. The speedboat was towed into the Royal Harbour and placed safely onto the eastern hard, ILB escorting the tow. The speedboat owner was landed after the AWB tow was completed. 42 - 28/06/08 Yacht ''GiGi'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 13:39 hrs and returned from service at 14:19 hrs. The yacht "GiGi", with two persons, called the Port Control requesting assistance after having engine failure near the Brake Sands. HMCG were advised and, with no other craft in the vicinity, an AWB launch was initiated. AWB towed "GiGi" into a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 41 - 24/06/08 Yacht ''Kes'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 21:56 hrs and returned from service at 22:42 hrs. The local yacht "Kes" called the Ramsgate Port Control requesting assistance after suffering engine failure in a position to the north end of the Gull Stream. "Kes" was unsure of position and feared that she might go aground on the North Sand Head. AWB launch was initiated and HMCG advised. On scene, AWB found "Kes" under way under sail. AWB took "Kes" in tow to Ramsgate. 38 - 14/06/08 assistance of an injured person on yacht ''Inspiration'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 17:43 hrs and returned from service at 17:54 hrs. A crew member on the yacht "Inspiration" sustained an injury to his hand and was attended by crew members from two nearby vessels - "Sea Satin" and "Xeat" - (both of these being lifeboat crew members). HMCG was advised that the injury required the person to be landed as soon as possible and an AWB launch was requested. AWB met "Inspiration" north of the port and took the injured man on board, "Xeat" effecting the transfer. The injured man was landed to a waiting ambulance at the Ramsgate boathouse. 34 - 07/06/08 Yacht ''Oleron'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 05:18 hrs and returned from service at 07:20 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to assist the yacht "Oleron" in the area of the Mid Falls."Oleron" had asked for assistance as she said she was in adverse weather conditions and needed help. The original casualty position 51°18.94N 01°44.41E was some 12 miles from station. However, after the lifeboat launched, HMCG advised that the casualty vessel had been asked to head towards Ramsgate and was doing so at a speed of seven knots. The lifeboat came up with "Oleron" about ten miles off and found the vessel under way at a good speed with nothing apparently wrong. After consultation with the casualty skipper, the lifeboat escorted "Oleron"in to a berth in Ramsgate Harbour. 31 - 31/05/08 fishing vessel ''T Rex'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 12:06 hrs and returned from service at 13:16 hrs. The local fishing vessel "T Rex" with three persons called the port control requesting assistance after suffering engine failure north of the North Sands Head. With no other vessels in the vicinity, an AWB launch was initiated, HMCG being advised. On scene, "T Rex" was taken in tow, whilst efforts to solve her engine problem were made. A fault in the cooling system was thought to be the cause, but efforts to continue on passage without being towed were unsuccessful. "T Rex" was towed in to Ramsgate and lifted out, where it was found that her water intake was blocked by a piece of plastic sheet. 29 - 30/05/08 Barge ''Onderneming'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 09:24 hrs and returned from service at 10:10 hrs. The yacht "Artemis" telephoned the port control to advise that the barge "Onderneming" had telephoned "Artemis" with a pan-pan call. Port Control contacted "Onderneming" by telephone. The vessel advised that she had suffered complete engine, power and communications failure off North Foreland. AWB launch was initiated and AWB took "Onderneming" in tow in to Ramsgate. 28 - 27/05/08 Yacht ''Dansen Aanzee'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 08:31 hrs and returned from service at 10:17 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to assist the yacht "Dansen Aanzee", with four persons , unable to sail and with engine failure near the East Goodwin Light Float. "Dansen Aanzee" had been taken in tow by another yacht but the tow was making no way against the tide. AWB took "Dansen Aanzee" in tow in to Ramsgate Harbour. 27 - 22/05/08 search for an activated 121.5 Emergency Beacon 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 22:49 hrs and returned from service at 00:33 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB following information from Falmouth Coastguard of a 121.5 EPIRB "hit" which seemed in the area of the Downs. Coastguard aircraft EN had been tasked earlier and had been unable to locate the beacon, whilst the Trinity House vessel "Galatea", anchored in the Downs was also unsuccessful in attempts to D/F the signal. Both Dover and Ramsgate AWB's were launched and proceeded on search patterns as instructed by HMCG. At 23:47, with nothing found, no D/F information and further assessment that the signal might have originated inland, AWB was instructed to make a slow return to Ramsgate, via Pegwell Bay, searching and keeping D/F watch en route. On arrival off Ramsgate at 00:25, with nothing seen or heard, AWB returned to station. 26 - 14/05/08 Yacht ''Chardonay'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 16:46 hrs and returned from service at 18:07 hrs. Ramsgate Port Control received a VHF call from a yacht which had sailed with others from Ostend to Ramsgate; expressing concern for the yacht "Chardonay", with six persons on board. The companion yachts were unsure of "Chardonay's" position and fuel status. HMCG were advised and Port Control managed to contact "Chardonay" and ascertain her position by a VHF relay via the ferry "Larkspur". In view of the weather, the yacht's position and low fuel supply, HMCG requested launch of the AWB to assist .On scene, AWB found "Chardonay" in 6 metres of water and within 100 metres of the sands. AWB took "Chardonay" in tow in to Ramsgate Harbour. 24 - 14/05/08 Yacht ''Spirit'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 01:58 hrs and returned from service at 04:42 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to the yacht "Spirit" with four persons on board; aground on the east side of the North Goodwins. "Spirit" had asked for urgent assistance and in view of the prevailing weather and tide, helicopter Rescue 125 was also tasked. Both lifeboats were launched. On scene it was found that "Spirit " was being held aground by the weather and there was insufficient water for either lifeboat to close the casualty. ILB made two approaches but attempts to pass a line were unsuccessful as the lifeboat could not get close enough. A rocket line was fired but this attempt failed when the line fouled high in the yacht's rigging and then fell clear as the yacht rolled. The Helicopter Rescue 125 then passed a line from the lifeboat to the yacht and using that a tow was connected. AWB was then able to tow "Spirit" off the sands and into Ramsgate Harbour. 17 - 01/05/08 Yacht ''Tien Mou'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 14:09 hrs and returned from service at 14:13 hrs. The yacht "Tien Mou" called the Ramsgate Port Control requesting assistance after starting to take water. The launch of both lifeboats was initiated and HMCG advised. ILB proceeded to the "Tien Mou" to render quickest possible aid, with the AWB also launching in case salvage pumps were required. On arrival on scene ILB found the situation stable, with "Tien Mou" controlling the water ingress. ILB towed "Tien Mou" into the Harbour Authority's boat hoist, where she was lifted out. 14 - 16/04/08 Yacht ''Dolores'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 20:11 hrs and returned from service at 21:13 hrs. The yacht "Dolores", with one person, called the Ramsgate port control requesting assistance due to adverse weather and a small engine fire. Poor VHF communication (due to the engine fire) had given the port control a position only as "off the Foreland". AWB launch was initiated immediately, HMCG being advised. AWB found the casualty a mile off North Foreland. Lifeboat manoeuvred to pass a tow and then bought the casualty into the wind so that she could drop her main sail. Once the sail was stowed, "Dolores" was towed into Ramsgate. 12 - 13/04/08 report of lights seen in the water 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 04:28 hrs and returned from service at 09:55 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB following reports from a south-bound vessel of lights in the water near the F3 buoy. Nothing was apparent on arrival on scene and a search of the predicted area was commenced. HMCG Aircraft was tasked at daylight and was on scene at 08:15. Search continued but nothing was found and the operation was called off at 08:48. It was considered that the most likely cause was lighted fishing net markers which had been picked up by fast fishing boats, one of which was seen near the search area. 11 - 08/04/08 Cabin Cruiser ''Troyboy'' 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 13:12 hrs and returned from service at 14:26 hrs. Ramsgate Port control received a broken transmission on VHF Ch14 from a craft off North Foreland requesting assistance following an engine failure. AWB launch was initiated and HMCG advised. AWB found the cabin cruiser "Troyboy" with two persons, off Joss Bay and disabled by engine failure. AWB towed "Troyboy" in to Ramsgate. 07 - 06/03/08 Unnamed "Motor Boat" 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 15:57 hrs and returned from service at 18:34 hrs. Further to the previous ILB launch (Service 06) , HMCG requested launch of both lifeboats to search for motor boat, which had been reported as having left the river Stour. Search of Pegwell bay and offshore areas was carried out with no result. Search was called off at 17:50 after the boat was found on the beach near Cap Gris Nez. The French authorities were reported to have three men in custody. 05 - 03/03/08 Fishing Boat "Palingra" 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 20:58 hrs and returned from service at 22:06 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to the fishing vessel "Palingra", disabled by engine failure near the Elbow Buoy with two persons on board. AWB launched and took "Palingra" in tow to Ramsgate. 04 - 28/02/08 Fishing Boat "Predator" 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 02:30 hrs and returned from service at 06:47 hrs. HMCG requested launch of the AWB to the fishing vessel "Predator", with two persons, which had become disabled with a fouled propeller northeast of the Falls Head. AWB took "Predator" in tow to Ramsgate. 02 - 21/01/08 Motor Yacht "Azzimut" 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 15:31 hrs and returned from service at 15:50 hrs. AWB launch was requested by port control after the 85 ft motor yacht "Azzimut", with four persons grounded in the Royal Harbour entrance, on the falling tide. AWB launched and towed "Azzimut" off the ground. 01 - 09/01/08 Search for an "Emergency Position Indicating Beacon" 14-02 Esme Anderson ON1197 Launched at 18:55 hrs and returned from service at 19:12 hrs. HMCG requested the launch of the AWB following receipt of an EPIRB signal whose direction indicated a possible position off Ramsgate. Once at sea, the AWB was able to compliment the Coastguard DF, and it became apparent that the beacon was transmitting from inside Ramsgate Royal Harbour. Search at sea was discontinued. (The beacon ceased transmission later. It was thought to have come from a vessel to which there was no access, moored in the harbour.) |
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