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AddressPorthcawl Lifeboat Station, The Esplanade, Porthcawl, County Borough of Bridgend, CF36 3YREmailStation Contact: porthcawl@rnli.org.uk Lifeboat Press Officer: chris_page@rnli.org.uk Station Visits: pcawlvisitsteam@gmail.comPhonesStation Contact: 01656 783299 Station Manager: Phil Missen – 07858 446200 Station Visits: - [About](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/about/) - OUR HISTORY DIVE INTO OUR HISTORY Find out where it all started Go to history page - [Live Streaming](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/live-streaming/) - Porthcawl RNLI Live Streaming Pier Cam, tide times and current weather conditions. - [Live2](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/live2/) - [Join Our Crew](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/join-our-crew/) - Interested in joining an RNLI lifeboat crew? Imagine for a moment that you’re part of the crew on a lifeboat. It’s 2.30am on a freezing January morning and the pager’s just woken you from a deep sleep in a snug warm bed. You then head out to sea in complete darkness and 10m waves rise - [Our Fleet](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/our-fleet/) - We operate an Atlantic 85 (B Class) and IB1 (D Class) lifeboats. These are launched using a talus bendy tractor and tooltrak tractor. - [Station Roles](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/station-roles/) - Crew Information Currently the operational team consists of 37 individuals who are all volunteers. Each operational member has to be able to respond to a shout (callout) within minutes and it is therefore essential that they all live and/or work in Porthcawl. They are normally ‘paged’ by UK Coastguard who request a launch or in - [History](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/history/) - Dive Into Our History Since the start of commerce by sea, vessels and their crews have tragically come to grief along this treacherous coastline. Locals in the distant past were often only interested in saving the cargos from ship wrecks rather than the lives of mariners. During the 1800s people’s attitudes were changing and rescue - [Pictures](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/pictures/) - Our Photo gallery Training in the surf at Sandy BayTraining in the surf at Sandy BayTraining in the surf at Sandy BayTraining in the surf at Sandy BayTraining in the surf at Sandy BayTraining at Sandy Bay, PorthcawlTraining at Sandy Bay, PorthcawlTraining exercise at PorthcawlD Class, Super G II being recoveredAtlantic 85 ‘Rose of the Shires’ - [Crew Roles](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew-roles/) - dafsdf fasdfsdf sdfdsaf adsf sdaf - [Videos](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/videos/) - Porthcawl RNLI rescue video footage. - [News](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/latest-news/) - Latest News Stories Permalink Watch moment Porthcawl RNLI rescue surfer swept out to seaDate: October 7th, 2025 00:00Last month (Wednesday 10 September 2025), a surfer was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI after he was caught in a powerful rip current and waved to a member of the public walking their dog, who dialedBy Chris Page| 2025-10-07T09:51:18+00:00 - [Shouts](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/rnli-shouts/) - Latest Shouts Chris Page 2026-08-06T14:10:39+00:00 Launch 78/26 – 📟 8.51pmAugust 2nd, 2026Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call from two people who were cut off by the tide and trapped on a ledge at Southerndown.The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of Chris Page 2026-08-06T13:57:46+00:00 Launch 77/26 – 📟 7.45pmJuly 31st, - [Gallery](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/gallery/) - OUR VIDEOS WITNESS US IN ACTION Witness real rescues with our on-board footage Go to video galleryOUR PICTURES SEE WHAT WE’RE UP TO Get a feeling for what we do out at sea. Go to picture gallery - [Events](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/latest-events/) - Latest Events Latest News 710, 2025 Chris Page 2025-10-07T09:51:18+00:00 Watch moment Porthcawl RNLI rescue surfer swept out to seaOctober 7th, 2025Last month (Wednesday 10 September 2025), a surfer was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI after he1208, 2025 Chris Page 2025-08-12T12:52:16+00:00 Beach safety reminder as Porthcawl RNLI rescue two teenagers cut off by the tideAugust 12th, 2025As - [Log in](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/log-in/) - Sign inHello! Log in to get started!UsernamePasswordLog inLost password?Register - [Lost your password?](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/recover-password/) - Lost password?No worries, we can help!Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. 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Three RNLI lifeboats - [Watch moment Porthcawl RNLI rescue surfer swept out to sea](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/watch-moment-porthcawl-rnli-rescue-surfer-swept-out-to-sea/) - Last month (Wednesday 10 September 2025), a surfer was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI after he was caught in a powerful rip current and waved to a member of the public walking their dog, who dialed 999 for the Coastguard. Ben Fraser, 30, has been surfing for 15 years. He said: ‘I’ve only surfed a handful - [Beach safety reminder as Porthcawl RNLI rescue two teenagers cut off by the tide](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/beach-safety-reminder-as-porthcawl-rnli-rescue-two-teenagers-cut-off-by-the-tide/) - As this week’s big tides coincide with hot, sunny weather and many people enjoying the coast during the school summer holiday, the RNLI is reminding coastal visitors how to keep themselves and their families safe. This reminder from the lifesaving charity comes after a recent rescue by Porthcawl RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew, who saved two - [Heatwave and big tides brings multiple launches for Porthcawl RNLI’s lifeboats](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/heatwave-and-big-tides-brings-multiple-launches-for-porthcawl-rnlis-lifeboats/) - Porthcawl’s RNLI’s volunteer crew launched multiple times during the heatwave in the second week of July with several launches being to people using stand up paddleboards who were caught out by tidal currents. Launch authority Mike Cinderby said: 'If you’re visiting the coast check conditions and tide times before you go using a trusted online - [Porthcawl RNLI Celebrates 60 Years](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-celebrates-60-years/) - In 1965 the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) re-established a lifeboat service at Porthcawl and introduced D Class no. 52, at the time, one of the charity’s new experimental inshore lifeboats. A volunteer crew was formed and demand for the service grew as people spent more leisure time at the coast. Thursday 26th June 2025 - [RescueFest returns on Saturday 21 June 2025](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rescuefest-returns-on-saturday-21-june-2025/) - RescueFest returns to Porthcawl on Saturday 21 June 2025. RescueFest is a FREE family friendly event organised by Porthcawl RNLI, which is one of the busiest RNLI lifeboat stations in Wales. This year the event will celebrate 60 years of an RNLI station being re-established in Porthcawl. RescueFest features rescue demonstrations and displays by both - [Marathon Lifeboatman saves lives](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/marathon-lifeboatman-saves-lives/) - Two weeks to the day after completing the London Marathon in 4:25:04 Porthcawl RNLI volunteer helm Nathan Evans (Nevs) was involved in saving the lives of two people cut off by the tide trapped beneath cliffs near West Farm, Southerndown on Sunday 11 May. The casualties had made a 999 call to the Coastguard asking - [Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat volunteer to run the London marathon](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboat-volunteer-to-run-the-london-marathon/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer helm, Nathan Evans is running this year’s London marathon on Sunday 27 April having secured a ballot place. Nathan has chosen to use the opportunity to run the marathon to raise vital funds for the lifesaving charity which has been a big part of Nathan’s life. Nathan’s family have a long-standing connection - [Watch: Porthcawl RNLI rescue dog in difficulty in the water](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/watch-porthcawl-rnli-rescue-dog-in-difficulty-in-the-water/) - Watch the moment Porthcawl RNLI rescue 3-year-old golden retriever Seren off Newton Beach, in the volunteer lifeboat crew’s first rescue of the year. It was on Saturday afternoon (1 February) when rescue dog Seren got spooked and darted out of her owner Andrea’s car boot towards the beach. Andrea and her partner Richard had rescued Seren - [Porthcawl RNLI bids farewell to volunteer Ruth Birch](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-bids-farewell-to-volunteer-ruth-birch/) - After eight years of dedicated volunteering at Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat station, Ruth is handing back her yellow wellies as she fulfils her lifelong dream with a move to Perranporth in Cornwall. Ruth began volunteering at Porthcawl RNLI in 2017. During that time she has volunteered as shore crew, a launch vehicle driver and had a - [Porthcawl and Barry Dock RNLI involved in joint rescue of yacht](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-and-barry-dock-rnli-joint-rescue-of-yacht/) - Barry Dock RNLI’s all-weather lifeboat (ALB) and Porthcawl RNLI's Atlantic 85 lifeboat launched yesterday to assist a 27ft yacht struggling in rough sea conditions, with a sea-sick crew member onboard. Barry Dock RNLI's ALB was called out after the yacht encountered difficulties in strong easterly winds. Due to the dangerous sea state, it was not - [Porthcawl RNLI volunteers and their guests attend RNLI 200th Anniversary Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteers-and-their-guests-attend-rnli-200th-anniversary-royal-garden-party-at-buckingham-palace/) - Last week some of Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteers and their guests were invited to the RNLI 200th Anniversary Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace Station volunteers were invited in celebration of their long and dedicated service to the charity. The RNLI 200th Anniversary Garden Party was held by HRH The Princess Royal, accompanied by Vice Admiral - [Magical Music raises £3300 for Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/magical-music-raises-3300-for-porthcawl-rnli/) - David Hughes visited Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat station last Sunday to present a cheque for £3,300 which were funds raised through the Magical Music event held at Grand Pavilion Porthcawl last September. Station events and fundraising chair, Jeff John said, 'we are most greatful for this very generous donation which will go towards saving lives at - [Porthcawl RNLI urges Elvis fans to stay safe](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-urges-elvis-fans-to-stay-safe/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteers will be on call 24/7 during the town's annual Elvis Festival, just like every other day of the year and will be ready to drop everything to launch the charity’s lifeboats at a moments notice. The volunteer crew are urging anyone putting on their blue suede shoes and heading to Porthcawl this - [Buckingham Palace garden party to mark 200 years of saving lives at sea](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/buckingham-palace-garden-party-to-mark-200-years-of-saving-lives-at-sea/) - His Majesty The King has granted permission for a garden party at Buckingham Palace in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). The RNLI 200th Anniversary Garden Party will be held by HRH The Princess Royal, accompanied by Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, and HRH The Duke of Kent on - [New Lifeboat Operations Manager at Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/new-lifeboat-operations-manager-at-porthcawl-rnli/) - Andrew Walmsley has recently taken up the volunteer position of Lifeboat Operations Manager at Porthcawl RNLI. Andrew works as an electrical technician and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role having been sea going crew at Porthcawl RNLI since 1995 with much of that time as a helm. He recently stood down - [Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager retires after nearly 26 years in role](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboat-operations-manager-retires-after-nearly-26-years-in-role/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer Philip L Missen MBE is stepping down from the role of Lifeboat Operations Manager at Porthcawl having joined the RNLI as a volunteer on 19 April 1974 at 20 years of age. In those days training was conducted at the lifeboat station with more experienced crew demonstrating lifeboat skills to any new - [Porthcawl lifeboat station celebrates RNLI’s 200th anniversary](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-lifeboat-station-celebrates-rnlis-200th-anniversary/) - On Monday (4 March 2024) the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) celebrates 200 years of saving lives at sea – thanks to volunteers, like those at Porthcawl lifeboat station, giving their time to save others, all funded by voluntary public donations. On the day the charity turns 200, the RNLI is revealing its lifeboat crews - [Video shows dramatic moment swimmer is rescued by Porthcawl RNLI after being caught in rip](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/video-shows-dramatic-moment-swimmer-is-rescued-by-porthcawl-rnli-after-being-caught-in-rip/) - Footage has been released of the moment an exhausted father was pulled from the water by Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteers after a strong current carried him out to sea. Ian Heppenstall was swimming off Porthcawl, South Wales, on Sunday 8 October when he found himself in a powerful current being swept away from - [Heatwave results in mass rescue for Porthcawl RNLI amidst multiple rescues](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/heatwave-results-in-mass-rescue-for-porthcawl-rnli-amidst-multiple-rescues/) - A mass rescue of swimmers caught in rip current at Rest Bay is just one of the incidents attended by RNLI volunteers from Porthcawl who had a busy afternoon yesterday as the fine weather saw people flock to the coast. Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were first paged by HM Coastguard on Tuesday 5 September at - [Porthcawl RNLI sadness following the news of the passing of Marj Abraham.](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-sadness-following-the-news-of-the-passing-of-marj-abraham/) - Porthcawl RNLI are mourning the loss of former fundraiser, Marj Abraham and the station flag currently flies at half mast. Station chair Ian Stroud said: ‘Marj Abraham was a stalwart when it came to raising money for the RNLI and personally raised over £70,000 for the life-saving charity. In 2021 Marj received her 20 year - [Porthcawl RNLI launch to yacht aground in early hours of the morning](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-launch-to-yacht-aground-in-early-hours-of-the-morning/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew launched both their inshore lifeboats early in the morning on Monday 21 August to a yacht which was aground at Llantwit Major Beach. The yacht had made a distress call to HM Coastguard after it ran aground and was being battered within the surf. Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew were paged by - [Porthcawl lifeboat volunteer to feature in upcoming episode of new RNLI podcast](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-lifeboat-volunteer-to-feature-in-upcoming-episode-of-new-rnli-podcast/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s (RNLI) new 200 Voices podcast launched on Friday 18 August 2023 and, in the run-up to the charity’s bicentenary on 4 March 2024, an episode will be released every day for 200 days. Each episode of the 200 Voices podcast will explore captivating stories from the charity’s history, through to - [Porthcawl RNLI volunteer completes ascent to Everest Base Camp](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteer-completes-ascent-to-everest-base-camp/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer Amy Bridge and her husband, Bleddyn recently returned to Porthcawl after an epic adventure to Everest Base Camp. Amy said, ‘this was the toughest but best adventure. We totally fell in love with the Himalayas along the way. ‘As well as Everest Base Camp (5,364m), we also successfully ascended Gokyo Ri (5,360m), - [Porthcawl RNLI's Gareth Charnock completes TCS London Marathon](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnlis-gareth-charnock-completes-tcs-london-marathon/) - Congratulations to Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew member, Gareth Charnock who completed the TCS London Marathon on Sunday 23 April in 4:09:44 To donate to Gareth's fundraiser for Porthcawl RNLI: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/porthcawl-rnli-gareth - [Porthcawl RNLI called out during crew member's wedding](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-called-out-during-crew-members-wedding/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged at 2.17pm on Saturday 18 March by HM Coastguard – during the wedding for fellow crew member Reverend Mark Broadway to Jessie Wilde. Several crew left the ceremony at All Saint’s Church in Porthcawl to respond to a report that two people were cut off by the incoming tide - [Join our Fundraising Crew!](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/join-our-fundraising-crew/) - Will you join our fundraising volunteer crew? Give a little time and power RNLI lifesavers to the rescue! We are recruiting fundraising volunteers to join our fundraising and events team here at Porthcawl RNLI. Apply now at RNLI.org/JoinTheCrew #OneCrew #SavingLivesAtSea #RNLIVolunteers #volunteering #ChangingLives #volunteer #FundraisingVolunteer - [Porthcawl RNLI crew member, Gareth Charnock to run the TCS London Marathon 2023](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-crew-member-gareth-charnock-to-run-the-tcs-london-marathon-2023/) - Porthcawl RNLI is delighted that one of its own volunteer crew, Gareth Charnock has been selected to run for the RNLI in this years TCS London Marathon. Gareth said: 'I have been a volunteer at Porthcawl RNLI for almost 7 years and in that time I've been involved in numerous incidents and rescues. I've seen first - [Porthcawl RNLI lifesavers feature in new series of Saving Lives at Sea](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifesavers-feature-in-new-series-of-saving-lives-at-sea/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteer crew from Porthcawl RNLI will feature in the brand new series of popular BBC Two programme Saving Lives at Sea this week. Featuring footage captured on helmet cameras, the primetime documentary series lets viewers witness rescues through the eyes of the RNLI lifesavers while meeting the people behind - [Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: A tribute to the RNLI’s longest-serving patron](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii-a-tribute-to-the-rnlis-longest-serving-patron/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has paid tribute to its patron Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who died today (8 September 2022) at the age of 96. RNLI Chief Executive Mark Dowie said: 'On behalf of everyone involved with the RNLI, we send our heartfelt condolences to The Royal Family on the death of - [Porthcawl RNLI rescues climber from cliff](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-rescues-climber-from-cliff/) - A climber who got into difficulty whilst climbing with a friend on a cliff face near West Farm, Southerndown was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI volunteers on Wednesday evening (31 August 2022). Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were out on training exercise onboard the charity’s inshore lifeboats, the Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D class Hugo Missen when HM - [Porthcawl RNLI rescue six people on paddleboards in offshore winds](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-rescue-six-people-on-paddleboards-in-offshore-winds/) - Three pairs of people on paddleboards were helped to safety by Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew on bank holiday Monday (29 August 2022) off Ogmore By Sea. UK Coastguard had received reports of multiple people on paddleboards struggling against strong north easterly offshore winds and the tidal current from the incoming spring tide. The charity’s inshore - [Porthcawl RNLI issues safety warning after helping over 100 people in two days](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-issues-safety-warning-after-helping-over-100-people-in-two-days/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew have responded to multiple incidents in the last two days involving both people attempting to cross the river at Ogmore and paddleboarders in difficulty. The charity’s two inshore lifeboats, Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen, which are based at Porthcawl were launched yesterday evening. They were called to assist around - [Platinum Jubilee Medals Awarded to Porthcawl RNLI Volunteers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/platinum-jubilee-medals-awarded-to-porthcawl-rnli-volunteers/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew and operations team proudly received their Platinum Jubilee medals over the weekend from the station's president, Peter Scott. The medals were awarded to those volunteers with five years consecutive service with the RNLI. As a token of thanks, 4,500 Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteers and frontline staff are to be - [RNLI launch new safety initiative as charity’s lifeguards return to Welsh beaches](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-launch-new-safety-initiative-as-charitys-lifeguards-return-to-welsh-beaches/) - Today (Wednesday 25 May) the RNLI launches its summer beach safety campaign as statistics show over 2.6million people flocked to enjoy Welsh beaches which were patrolled by the charity’s lifeguards in 2021. Ahead of the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend and half-term holidays, the RNLI with the support of HM Coastguard are launching a water - [Porthcawl RNLI sadness following passing of David Shillaw](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-sadness-following-passing-of-david-shillaw/) - The station's flag is flying at half mast, upon hearing of the passing of David Shillaw, Chairman of the Porthcawl RNLI events and fundraising group. David joined the Porthcawl RNLI fundraising branch in 1999 and became treasurer in 2000, a role he fulfilled until 2018. In 2018 David became chairman of the branch which was - [Porthcawl RNLI’s new D Class lifeboat is officially named](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnlis-new-d-class-lifeboat-is-officially-named/) - The charity’s new D Class lifeboat D861 was named Hugo Missen in a naming and dedication ceremony held on Sunday 24 April outside the Seabank Hotel, Porthcawl. The lifeboat was named in memory of Hugo Missen in beautiful sunshine in front of a crowd of hundreds of invited guests and onlookers. With performances from both - [New data reveals Porthcawl RNLI saved 11 lives during 2021](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/new-data-reveals-porthcawl-rnli-saved-11-lives-during-2021/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has today released its rescue figures for 2021, which show a total of 408 lives saved by the charity’s lifeboat crews and lifeguards last year – more than one life saved every single day, and a 17% increase in the number of lives saved on the previous year. The - [Sker Point tragedy remembered 75 years on](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/sker-point-tragedy-remembered-75-years-on/) - Saturday 23 April marks the 75th anniversary of the tragedy in which 47 lives were lost from both the liberty ship SS Samtampa and the RNLI’s Mumbles lifeboat Edward, Prince of Wales at Sker Point. Porthcawl lifeboat launch authority Ross Martin said, ‘there was a raging storm on that fateful night. The Samtampa had sailed from its - [New inshore lifeboat Hugo Missen goes on service at Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/new-inshore-lifeboat-hugo-missen-goes-on-service-at-porthcawl-rnli/) - Wednesday 26 January was a day of mixed emotions for the volunteers at Porthcawl RNLI when the charity’s new D Class lifeboat D861 Hugo Missen arrived at Porthcawl. The lifeboat has been named in memory of Helm Joseph Missen and his fiancé Jessica Entwistle’s son who sadly lost his brave fight against cancer in December - [South Wales fisherman saved by his mobile phone](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/south-wales-fisherman-saved-by-his-mobile-phone/) - A fisherman was rescued from the water on Monday 22nd November by Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew after using his mobile phone to call the emergency services for help. UK Coastguard tasked both Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires and relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II along with The Mumbles Lifeboat Roy Barker IV - [Couple to visit every Welsh RNLI lifeboat station in RNLI/911 fundraiser](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/couple-to-visit-every-welsh-rnli-lifeboat-station-in-rnli-911-fundraiser/) - A couple are attempting to visit every lifeboat station in Wales between 23 August and 1 September. Travelling over 2000 miles in ‘Splash’ their Porsche 911, the challenge will be covered in 9.11 days in order to raise money for the RNLI as part of an ongoing series of seven challenges. The couple are travelling - [Surfer recalls dramatic rescue by RNLI in new documentary](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/surfer-recalls-dramatic-rescue-by-rnli-in-new-documentary/) - A surfer who was saved by Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) volunteers after being washed around a headland into huge breaking waves will soon be on TV screens as he recalls the death-defying rescue. Jack Lyons’ dramatic rescue was captured on camera and - along with members of the volunteer lifeboat crew who saved him - [Climbing Snowdon for Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/climbing-snowdon-for-porthcawl-rnli/) - Three Porthcawl friends have set themselves a very tough challenge, they have planned to drive to Snowdonia and then climb Snowdon on the same day, 7 Sept. They decided to raise money for charity and chose Porthcawl RNLI as beneficiaries. The three, Jemma Sullivan, Janine Kelly and Kim Roberts work together at the Hi Tide - [Pyle and Kenfig veterans golf society make cheque presentation to Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/pyle-and-kenfig-veterans-golf-society-cheque-presentation/) - Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat's fundraising team were delighted to have a visit from Pyle & Kenfig veterans golf society on Sunday 8 August to make a cheque presentation for £360. The funds were raised during their Cotswolds tour and will go towards saving lives at sea here at Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat station. - [Porthcawl RNLI rescue a dog lost at sea for three hours](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-rescue-a-dog-lost-at-sea-for-three-hours/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were launched twice on Saturday (17 July) after a springer spaniel was last seen entering the water at Newton Beach early on Saturday morning. Ollie the springer spaniel had entered the water at Newton Beach but failed to return to shore, instead continuing to swim out to sea. The dog's owner - [Holiday safety plea as Wales RNLI lifeguards rescue 1,603 kids last summer](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/holiday-safety-plea-as-wales-rnli-lifeguards-rescue-1603-kids-last-summer/) - The RNLI and Her Majesty’s (HM) Coastguard are calling for families in Wales to take care at the coast as the first week of the six-week break begins. New figures released show that RNLI lifeguards in Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, Swansea, Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend and Denbighshire aided 888 children and 715 teenagers last year. They saved - [End of an era as Porthcawl RNLI volunteer helm retires as sea going crew](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/end-of-an-era-as-porthcawl-rnli-volunteer-helm-retires-as-sea-going-crew/) - Sunday 15 June was a day of mixed emotions for Porthcawl RNLI volunteer helm, Carl Evans as he retired from his role as sea going crew at Porthcawl. Carl joined the crew during the summer of 1989 at the age of 23, two days after meeting his future wife Angela. Carl said, 'I'm most grateful - [Porthcawl RNLI welcomes new lifeboat medical advisor](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-welcomes-new-lifeboat-medical-advisor/) - Porthcawl RNLI has recently welcomed Dr. Maria Cronje to the role of volunteer Lifeboat Medical Advisor. Maria works as a GP and is a senior partner at North Cornelly Surgery. In the role of Lifeboat Medical Advisor, Maria will be responsible for crew medicals and welfare which is essential to help Porthcawl RNLI save lives - [Busy few hours for Porthcawl RNLI Volunteers on Sunday 13 June](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/busy-few-hours-for-porthcawl-rnli-volunteers-on-sunday-13-june/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteers had a very busy few hours yesterday (Sunday 13 June 2021). The first launch request from UK Coastguard came at 5.47pm when both of the charity's lifeboats were requested to launch at the same time to two separate incidents. The relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II was requested to assist with - [RNLI in Wales launches new campaign as survey reveals 30M plan summer coast trip](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-in-wales-launches-new-campaign-as-survey-reveals-30m-plan-summer-coast-trip/) - In light of the stark figures which reveal 30M people are planning to hit the UK coast this summer, the RNLI in Wales is taking steps to ensure their safety. With uncertainty over foreign holidays and international travel, the RNLI is predicting this summer will be the busiest ever on the Welsh coast, as Covid restrictions - [Porthcawl RNLI crew rescue two from rock at Newton Point](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-crew-rescue-two-from-rock-at-newton-point/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard on Friday 14 May after they’d received a 999 call reporting that two teenagers were trapped on a rock by the incoming tide at Newton Point, Porthcawl. The RNLI charity’s relief D Class lifeboat Super G II was launched on service with three crew onboard and made best - [Long Service Medals for Porthcawl RNLI Fundraisers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/long-service-medals-for-porthcawl-rnli-fundraisers/) - On a recent visit to Porthcawl lifeboat, RNLI CEO, Mark Dowie, was delighted to be able to present four stalwarts of the fundraising team with long service medals. During the presentation he stressed the importance of fund raising in providing the charity with the means to be able to save lives. The four recipients of - [Harry Lidgley stops off at Porthcawl during 7000km cycling challenge](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/harry-lidgley-stops-off-at-porthcawl-during-7000km-cycling-challenge/) - Harry Lidgley stopped at the lifeboat station today (8 May 2021) whilst cycling the entire coastline of mainland Great Britain (a total of 7000km). Having set out on 1 May from the RNLI Support Centre in Poole Harry is calling at every lifeboat station along the way (168 of them) and raising funds for the - [Porthcawl RNLI's annual figures for 2020](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnlis-annual-figures-for-2020/) - The RNLI’s annual figures for 2020 have been released this week which show that Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew: Launched the charity's inshore lifeboats 45 times, aiding 81 people and saving 11 lives. just over half of the launches were in darkness. We’re anticipating a very busy summer ahead as Covid-19 restrictions continue to ease and - [Strong easterly winds and Spring tides lead to busy Saturday for Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/strong-easterly-winds-and-spring-tides-lead-to-busy-saturday-for-porthcawl-rnli/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteers had a busy few hours on Saturday 24 April launching to five incidents within a few hours. Many of the incidents were caused by very strong easterly winds which were offshore at locations across the coastline of the County Borough of Bridgend and the Vale of Glamorgan. The first call came for - [Welsh RNLI crews issue their own Mayday after figures reveal a dramatic increase in lives saved last summer](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/welsh-rnli-crews-issue-their-own-mayday-after-figures-reveal-a-dramatic-increase-in-lives-saved-last-summer/) - The RNLI in Wales has today released its annual rescue figures which show lives saved by lifeboat crews during the summer of 2020 rocketed by 71%. As lockdown restrictions eased and people flocked to the coast, RNLI lifesavers saved the lives of 24 people between June and August, compared with 14 lives the previous year. - [In Memory of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/in-memory-of-hrh-the-duke-of-edinburgh-1921-2021/) - Everyone involved in the RNLI sends heartfelt condolences to Our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen, on the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. The Duke of Edinburgh has accompanied Her Majesty on many RNLI occasions and we thank him for his longstanding commitment to maritime services and a lifetime of support to Her Majesty. - [Easter holiday safety warning from the RNLI in Wales](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/easter-holiday-safety-warning-from-the-rnli-in-wales/) - The RNLI is urging people to think carefully about beach safety ahead of the Easter holidays. This warning comes with some of the highest tides of the year from this weekend, (27 March – 2 April), which, historically, often see people cut off and requiring the RNLI’s help. With restrictions set to gradually ease in - [Derek Crowder's 80th birthday cycling challenge for RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/derek-crowder-to-take-on-80th-birthday-cycling-challenge-for-rnli/) - On Saturday 20 February Porthcawl's Derek Crowder completed a cycling challenge to celebrate his 80th birthday. With nearly £600 raised so far, all funds raised go towards saving lives at sea at Porthcawl. Derek rode 80km on his 80th birthday challenge and intends to hold two more cycling challenges later in the year. To sponsor - [RNLI’s water safety warning during Welsh half term break](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnlis-water-safety-warning-during-welsh-half-term-break/) - With half term approaching next week, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging anyone, who is able under government guidelines to visit the Welsh coast to stay safe. The charity is urging people not to take any unnecessary risks that may put extra pressure on emergency services. Every time a lifeboat crew is called - [Nine Porthcawl volunteers receive RNLI long service medals](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/nine-porthcawl-volunteers-receive-rnli-long-service-medals/) - Nine Porthcawl volunteers recently received RNLI long service medals, each for in excess of twenty years of service to the Charity. In a socially distanced ceremony each volunteer was presented with an RNLI Long Service Medal from Station President, Peter Scott. Those presented with long service medals were: Philip Missen MBE, Lifeboat Operations Manager. Ian - [With great sadness we learn of the loss of station friend and visits volunteer, Peter Furlong](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-visits-volunteer-peter-furlong/) - It is of great sadness to learn that Porthcawl RNLI have lost a long term friend and indeed in recent years, a volunteer at our station. Peter Furlong was extremely experienced in all nautical matters particularly along the South Wales coast. Philip Missen, Lifeboat Operations Manager at Porthcawl said, ‘We first got to know Peter - [RNLI renewed safety call for families using the Welsh coast for exercise](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-renewed-safety-call-for-families-using-the-welsh-coast-for-exercise/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging anyone lucky enough to live within walking distance of the coast during lockdown to stay safe and not take any unnecessary risks that may put extra pressure on emergency services. With schools across Wales returning to online learning and renewed advice to stay at home, Welsh RNLI - [Porthcawl RNLI releases video of 2020](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-releases-video-of-2020/) - Porthcawl RNLI have released a short video of helmet camera footage captured during 2020. 2020 was a very difficult year for us all due to the coronavirus pandemic and was a year in which we were unable to hold any of our traditional fundraising events, as a result our fundraising took a massive hit. What - [Five most dramatic RNLI lifeboat rescues of 2020 video released](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/five-most-dramatic-rnli-lifeboat-rescues-of-2020-video-released/) - As Christmas approaches, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging people to take care as statistics show lifeboats will launch over 100 times during the festive period* to help those in need. Figures over the last 10 years for the festive period show that RNLI lifeboats will launch on average 111 times, and aid - [RNLI offers winter dip safety advice](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-offers-winter-dip-safety-advice/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has released a new safety advice video for anyone considering taking a dip in the sea this winter. With indoor pools closed for much of the year due to Covid-19, there has been an explosion of interest and participation in outdoor swimming and dipping with many people trying it - [Survivor backs Christmas appeal as RNLI in Wales reveals the impact of Coronavirus](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/survivor-backs-christmas-appeal-as-rnli-in-wales-reveals-the-impact-of-coronavirus/) - An American surfer rescued off the Welsh coast, who says he is lucky to be alive to celebrate the festivities, is urging the people of Wales to support the RNLI’s Christmas appeal. The fundraising drive has been launched as the charity reveals it has lost millions in income as fundraising activities had to be cancelled - [Data shows demand on RNLI lifeboat crews soared as summer lockdown was eased](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/data-shows-demand-on-rnli-lifeboat-crews-soared-as-summer-lockdown-was-eased/) - Volunteer crew members at the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) faced an unprecedented summer* with new statistics revealing a dramatic increase in the number of water users needing to be helped by the charity’s lifeboat crews compared to 2019. Based on provisional incident reports** from RNLI lifeboat stations around the UK and Ireland, there was - [RNLI long service medal awarded](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-long-service-medal-awarded-paul-eastment/) - Paul Eastment of Porthcawl was recently awarded a long service medal for over twenty years of service to the RNLI. Paul first joined Porthcawl lifeboat crew in late 1997, then in 2002 he held dual roles both as a volunteer crew and a RNLI staff member. Paul, who is married with one daughter and whose - [RNLI in Wales calls on public to be extra cautious over half term break](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-in-wales-calls-on-public-to-be-extra-cautious-over-half-term-break/) - The RNLI is warning people who live by the Welsh coast and can walk to beaches for exercise during the fire break not to take unnecessary risks. The charity is urging people not to put undue pressure on volunteer lifeboat crews and other front-line services. As schools across Wales prepare for the half term break, - [Charity urges public to be vigilant of high spring tides this weekend](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/charity-urges-public-to-be-vigilant-of-high-spring-tides-this-weekend/) - The RNLI are reminding the public to check tide times before walking on the coast this weekend as the high spring tides reach a peak on Saturday and Sunday. Spring tides happen twice every month throughout the year without regard to the season. During this time the earth, sun and moon are lined up in a - [Former Porthcawl crew member Alex Evans celebrates 20 years of volunteering for the RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/former-porthcawl-crew-member-alex-evans-celebrates-20-years-of-volunteering-for-the-rnli/) - Alex Evans is a third generation lifeboat volunteer following in his father's - Wayne Evans and grandfather’s welly boots, who were on the crew at Porthcawl Lifeboat Station. Alex joined the RNLI when he was 17 years old in 1999. 'My first memory of my dad being a lifeboat man was when we would be - [Host a Fish Supper and help the RNLI save lives this autumn](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/host_a_fish_supper_and_help_the_rnli_save_lives/) - Lifesavers at the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) are encouraging people to support them by signing up to host a Fish Supper this October and raise vital funds for the lifesaving charity. The RNLI’s annual fishy fundraiser encourages people to host a Fish Supper between Friday 9 and Sunday 25 October and invite their family - [A challenging year in which Porthcawl RNLI volunteers remain ready to respond 24/7](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/a-challenging-year-in-which-porthcawl-rnli-volunteers-remain-ready-to-respond-24-7/) - Porthcawl lifeboat crews have launched on 28 occasions to call outs since lockdown was introduced on 23 March. Volunteers have maintained launching throughout to those in distress whilst following RNLI and government guidelines. At Porthcawl we had to suspend normal exercising on Wednesdays and Sundays once lockdown came into effect but some on-line training was - [A callout with a difference](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/a-callout-with-a-difference/) - Two of Porthcawl’s RNLI volunteers celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary during August. John and Marj Abraham had a special surprise when they they answered the door at their Porthcawl home on the evening of their special day. Unknown to the couple members of the lifeboat station, both crew and fundraisers gathered at the end of - [Porthcawl Polar Bears Swim the English Channel and Raise Money for RNLI and NCI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-polar-bears-swim-the-english-channel-and-raise-money-for-rnli-and-nci/) - Four local swimmers proved their fitness by swimming the English Channel this July in a relay format raising money for Porthcawl RNLI and Porthcawl NCI. The team are known as Porthcawl Polar Bears and regularly train in the open water at Porthcawl The four are, Sian Jakeman, Peter Foster, Rosalind Edmonds and Tom Chapman, they - [Be 'beach safe' is the message as RNLI lifeguards return to 26 beaches in Wales](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/be-beach-safe-is-the-message-as-rnli-lifeguards-return-to-26-beaches-in-wales/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and HM Coastguard are today (Friday 3 July) launching a new beach safety campaign in Wales, urging parents to protect their families by following key safety advice to save lives this summer. With previously announced changes by the Welsh Government coming into effect on Monday, It is important that - [Surviving the Storms: New book showcases incredible rescues by RNLI lifesavers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/surviving-the-storms-new-book-showcases-incredible-rescues-by-rnli-lifesavers/) - A new book providing a collection of first-hand accounts of some of the most dramatic rescues carried out by RNLI lifesavers around the UK and Ireland over the past 20 years is now on sale. Surviving the Storms recounts 11 of the charity’s most remarkable rescues from the last two decades. These are stories of - [A letter to the media from the RNLI's Chairman - Re: The RNLI Lifeguard Service](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/a-letter-to-the-media-from-the-rnlis-chairman-re-the-rnli-lifeguard-service/) - The RNLI Chairman, Stuart Popham, has written a letter to the national press in response to media coverage of the charity's lifeguard service provision. I am writing as Chairman of the RNLI Board of Trustees in response to two recent articles about Beach Lifeguards. Throughout this public health crisis, the RNLI, a charity funded, staffed - [Porthcawl RNLI’s Atlantic 85 launched to capsized kayaker](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnlis-atlantic-85-launched-to-capsized-kayaker/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard at 6.47am on Saturday 30 May to assist a kayaker who had capsized between Newton and Tusker Rock. The kayaker was with a friend but had been unable to get back onto his kayak after capsizing. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was - [Stop. Think. Stay Safe. RNLI in Wales issues important safety advice as Welsh Government announces latest lockdown changes](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/stop-think-stay-safe-rnli-safety-message/) - The RNLI in Wales has reacted to the Welsh Government’s plans for easing lockdown with an important safety warning. The Government’s changes, from Monday, will limit people to stay local and to not generally travel more than five miles to reduce the risk of the coronavirus spreading. People from two different households in the same - [Do not head to the coast this weekend - Stay home to save lives](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/do-not-head-to-the-coast-this-weekend-stay-home-to-save-lives/) - It might be tempting to head to the coast this weekend, but please remember to follow Government instructions: stay home to save lives. Enjoy the view from our live cam at 🏡 porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk #StayHomeSaveLives - [Porthcawl RNLI volunteer launches online gym classes to keep the community fit](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteer-launches-online-gym-classes-to-keep-the-community-fit/) - Local gym owner and Porthcawl RNLI crew member Gareth Charnock has launched live online gym classes open to the whole community aimed at getting them fit. Gareth who has been a member of the RNLI volunteer crew at Porthcawl since 2006 featured in the last series of the BBC TV series Saving Lives at Sea. - [Safety advice for coastal visitors during COVID-19 outbreak](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/safety-advice-for-coastal-visitors-during-covid-19-outbreak/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging anyone planning a visit to the coast this weekend to stay safe and not take any unnecessary risks. Given the current COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of social distancing and avoiding non-essential contact with others, coastal areas may be seen as providing an opportunity to enjoy fresh - [Covid-19 Update](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-covid-19-update/) - Given the current situation with COVID-19 our lifeboat station is closed to all visitors but will remain operational 24/7. All organised visits to the lifeboat station are cancelled and only operational crew may attend the lifeboat station. Our RNLI gift shop is closed until further notice. For gift purchases the RNLI online shop is still - [Porthcawl RNLI to hold year long festival celebrating its 55th Anniversary](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-to-hold-year-long-festival-celebrating-its-55th-anniversary/) - To mark 55 years since the RNLI established an inshore lifeboat station at Porthcawl the fundraising and events team will be holding a series of events throughout the year. Plans include two special weekends of events to take place at the start and end of summer. David Shillaw, Chairman of Porthcawl RNLI Fundraising and Events - [Porthcawl RNLI - LIVE coastal streaming cam of storm Ciara](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-live-coastal-streaming-cam-of-storm-ciara/) - With weather warnings in place for this weekend RNLI volunteers are encouraging the public to watch Porthcawl RNLI’s live storm footage safely from home or on their mobile device. The LIVE stream is available by visiting: www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk which gives access to a webcam view of the breakwater and sea conditions. Other key features include latest - [RNLI seeks new recruits to help share safety messaging and raise funds in Porthcawl](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-seeks-new-recruits-to-help-share-safety-messaging-and-raise-funds-in-porthcawl/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is currently looking to recruit more face-to-face fundraisers in Porthcawl to help share vital safety messages and encourage new supporters to sign up and donate after the charity experienced a shortfall in funds last year. With 238 lifeboat stations, 431 lifeboats and 5,500 volunteer crew members, plus 1,500 lifeguards - [Porthcawl Lifeboat rescues surfer swept around headland in the Vale of Glamorgan](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-lifeboat-rescues-surfer-swept-around-headland-in-the-vale-of-glamorgan/) - The volunteer RNLI crew from Porthcawl launched the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat on service for the first time this year on Wednesday afternoon to rescue a surfer who had been swept around a headland in a rip current. Porthcawl's RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard at 3.12pm on Wednesday 9 January 2020 and - [RNLI urge swimmers to stay safe this Christmas and New Year](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-urge-swimmers-to-stay-safe-this-christmas-and-new-year/) - For thousands of people along the coast, a festive dip in the sea is a Christmas tradition. In Porthcawl the 55th Christmas Day Swim takes place at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) with swimmers entering the water at 11.45am. Before you take the plunge, the RNLI is offering some tips to help you stay safe in the - [Porthcawl and Port Talbot Lifeboats in night time search for fishing boat](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-and-port-talbot-lifeboats-in-night-time-search-for-fishing-boat/) - The volunteer RNLI crews from Porthcawl and Port Talbot launched the charity's lifeboats on service early on Wednesday morning to search for a fishing boat in the dark which had run into difficulty between Port Talbot and Ogmore By Sea. Porthcawl's RNLI's volunteer crew were paged at 5.01am and joined the crew from Port Talbot - [Fundraisers and crew attend the funeral of ‘Mr RNLI’](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/fundraisers-and-crew-attend-the-funeral-of-mr-rnli/) - It was with much sadness representatives from our fundraisers and crew attended the funeral of Ken Lewis earlier this week. Ken died on the 20th November at the age of 92. Ken had been an RNLI volunteer fundraiser for nearly 40 years before he decided to retire from active service due to mobility issues in - [Welsh RNLI volunteers brace themselves for festive season](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/welsh-rnli-volunteers-brace-themselves-for-festive-season/) - As the festive season approaches, the RNLI in Wales is issuing its own call for help, as new figures show Christmas call outs over the last 40 years have rocketed. At Porthcawl lifeboat crew launches during the last two years have been greater in number than any period since the lifeboat station was opened in 1965. - [Porthcawl RNLI Active Supporting Membership Scheme Launched](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-active-supporting-membership-scheme-launched/) - Porthcawl RNLI's Fundraising and Events Group has launched a new Active Supporting Membership Scheme. Membership forms to become an Active Supporting Member of Porthcawl RNLI are available now at from the our gift shop (open daily 10am - 4pm) - [Pencoed RAOB 'The Buffs' Donate £500 to Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/pencoed-raob-the-buffs-donate-500-to-porthcawl-rnli/) - Last Sunday we had a visit from Pencoed RAOB (Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes) who are known as 'The Buffs.' It was a pleasure to host and show The Buffs around the station. They presented our volunteer crew and fundraisers with a kind donation of £500 which will help us continue #SavingLivesAtSea. - [Family of Shady Reed Donate £2170 to Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/family-of-shady-reed-donate-2170-to-porthcawl-rnli/) - We were delighted to have a visit from the family of Shady Reed on Sunday to present the money they had raised in memory of Shady by participating in our charity walk. 2019 marks 10 years since the tragedy off Porthcawl seafront. The family continue to be great supporters of Porthcawl RNLI in recognition of - [Two rescues by Porthcawl RNLI to feature in BBC TV Documentary](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-rescues-by-porthcawl-rnli-to-feature-in-bbc-tv-documentary/) - The volunteer lifeboat crew of Porthcawl RNLI will return to the small screen again next week as two rescues they carried out features in the next episode of the BBC TV series Saving Lives at Sea. Now in its fourth season, the documentary series showcases the lifesaving work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). - [Three Welsh RNLI stations to feature in new series of popular TV documentary](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/three-welsh-rnli-stations-to-feature-in-new-series-of-popular-tv-documentary/) - The volunteer lifeboat crews of Porthcawl, Barry Dock and Penarth RNLI will all take to the small screen next week as they feature in the latest episode of the BBC TV series Saving Lives at Sea. Now in its fourth season, the documentary series showcases the lifesaving work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). - [Porthcawl RNLI September Events](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-september-events/) - During September we have a fantastic range of events taking place all in support of Porthcawl RNLI. The Porthcawl Fashion and Food Festival features nearly two weeks of events allowing local businesses to showcase their enterprise whilst showing support and raising funds for their local lifeboat station, which was the busiest RNLI station in Wales - [Porthcawl RNLI volunteer offers assistance at Whaley Bridge](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteer-offers-assistance-at-whaley-bridge/) - Volunteers from the RNLI's Flood Rescue teams have been working as part of the multi-agency response to the ongoing situation at Toddbrook Reservoir. Paul Eastment, Area Lifesaving Manager for the RNLI, who lives in Porthcawl is a team leader at the incident. Paul served as a volunteer lifeboat crew at Porthcawl for many years before - [Father and Son Lifeboat Crew Launch on Rescue Mission](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/father-and-son-lifeboat-crew-launch-on-rescue-mission/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteers were paged at lunchtime on Sunday 26 May following the report of a yacht in difficulty approximately two and half miles off Porthcawl. The twenty three feet sailing boat with three persons on board had suffered engine problems. With force six winds and up to two metre swells out in the Bristol - [Beth Foot Forward Around Britain](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/beth-foot-forward-around-britain/) - A special visitor arrived at Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat station on Sunday 28 April 2019. Beth Wickes, who is walking the GB mainland coast, started the next leg of her journey at Porthcawl heading to Port Talbot lifeboat station. Beth is raising money for the RNLI, Lowland Rescue and Mountain Rescue services. She started her long - [Porthcawl Lifeboat the Busiest in Wales Supports the RNLI Mayday Campaign](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-lifeboat-the-busiest-in-wales-supports-the-rnli-mayday-campaign/) - The latest RNLI rescue figures for 2018 reveal the busiest station in Wales was Porthcawl with 112 launches, the volunteer crew also rescued more people than any other station across Wales - 144 people in total. Eight lives were saved by Porthcawl lifeboats thanks to the crew coming to their aid. Although last summer’s weather - [Wales prepares to give it some welly and answer the RNLI's Mayday call](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/wales-prepares-to-give-it-some-welly-and-answer-the-rnlis-mayday-call/) - The latest RNLI rescue figures reveal there were 1,100 lifeboat launches at Wales’ 30 lifeboat stations in 2018, with 1,216 people aided between Flint and Penarth. The RNLI is now calling on the people of Wales to support RNLI lifeboat crews across the country as Mayday, the charity’s national annual fundraising campaign, is launched. Launching - [Jez Perkins takes on Everest base camp challenge for the RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/jez-perkins-takes-on-everest-base-camp-challenge-for-the-rnli/) - Between 7 to 24 March this year Jez Perkins will climb to Everest base camp while raising funds for the RNLI towards Saving Lives At Sea. Jez recently called into the lifeboat station at Porthcawl where he met some of the crew. Jez said, 'Having grown up in Porthcawl I spent as much time as - [Green laser light causes distraction for Porthcawl RNLI crew](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/green-laser-light-causes-distraction-for-porthcawl-rnli-crew/) - Whilst returning from a multi-agency search on Sunday evening, volunteer crew from Porthcawl RNLI were repeatedly dazzled by a green laser light. Helm of Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Joe Missen said, “The crew reported being dazzled by a blinding green light being shone at them on numerous occasions. We suspect this was a deliberate act - [Porthcawl RNLI Volunteers Reflect on 2018](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteers-reflect-on-2018/) - Lifeboats stationed at Porthcawl were launched 108 times in response to incidents during the year. Casualties varied widely from surfers, windsurfers, broken down vessels and persons cut off by the incoming tide. Deputy Launch Authority, Stephen Jones, commented, ‘2018 was our busiest year ever for shouts and there appeared no common reason for the high - [RNLI urge Christmas swimmers to stay safe before they dive in](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-urge-christmas-swimmers-to-stay-safe-before-they-dive-in/) - For thousands up and down the coast, a festive dip in the sea is part of a Christmas tradition. RNLI lifeboat stations, community groups and charities have organised dips on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year’s Day from their local beaches. In Porthcawl the 54th Christmas Day Swim takes place at Sandy - [Porthcawl RNLI Volunteer Wins Bravery Award](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteer-wins-bravery-award/) - Following his nomination to the Bridge FM Radio ‘Young Achievers Award 2018’ which was supported by Bridgend College, Porthcawl’s Ieuan Walmsley-Williams was delighted to hear that he had been selected as the winner of the Bravery Award. Ieuan, a student at Porthcawl Comprehensive school, has been a member of the Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat crew for - [BBC Wales Weatherman Derek Brockway Visits Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/bbc-wales-weatherman-derek-brockway-visits-porthcawl-rnli/) - We were delighted to have a visit from BBC Wales weatherman, Derek Brockway earlier today. Derek was in Porthcawl filming for the next series of Weatherman Walking and called at the lifeboat station to find out more about Porthcawl RNLI volunteers and what we do. Look out for the new series due to air in - [Porthcawl Deputy Launch Authority Attends Cenotaph for #ArmisticeDay100](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-deputy-launch-authority-attends-cenotaph-for-armisticeday100/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s Deputy Launch Authority, Stephen Jones was honoured to be amongst RNLI crew from across the UK and Ireland at the Cenotaph in London to mark #ArmisticeDay100 Stephen represented the RNLI alongside colleagues from Sligo Bay, Shoreham, Happisburgh, Wick and Torbay. Stephen was delighted to have the opportunity to attend the Cenotaph on the occasion of - [Two Father and Sons to the Rescue!](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-father-and-sons-to-the-rescue/) - A busy two days for Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat volunteers. Sunday’s first shout to a windsurfer in difficulties and a special crew on board the lifeboat. Later in the afternoon crews were tasked to carry out searches along the coastline. Crews also responded to a callout Monday morning. During Sunday morning training RNLI crews were paged - [Building the boats behind the rescues](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/building-the-boats-behind-the-rescues/) - The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) have built their inshore lifeboats at the charity’s Inshore Lifeboat Centre in East Cowes (Isle of Wight) since 1963. 55 years on, the facility is still going strong, producing up to 50 inshore lifeboats every year. A team of 70 highly skilled people work hard to build, and refit, - [Family and friends cycle Mumbles to Porthcawl lifeboat stations](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/family-and-friends-cycle-mumbles-to-porthcawl-lifeboat-stations/) - Memory ride for the RNLI Over 50 friends and family met at The Mumbles lifeboat station on Sunday to raise money for the RNLI in memory of Tim Mahoney. Tim sadly passed away from cancer in July this year and always liked to support the RNLI. He also loved cycling and in 2017 he completed - [Porthcawl's Newest Helm Called Into Action](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawls-newest-helm-called-into-action/) - Porthcawl’s newest RNLI volunteer helm, Sam Williams took command of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat just 20 hours after his helm passout, rescuing a yacht with two people onboard. Porthcawl RNLI’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose Of The Shires was launched to assist a sailing yacht which had suffered engine difficulties and was struggling against the tidal conditions to - [Porthcawl RNLI to feature in new series of popular TV documentary](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-to-feature-in-new-series-of-popular-tv-documentary/) - The volunteer lifeboat crew of Porthcawl RNLI will be on TV screens next week as they feature in the latest episode of the BBC TV series Saving Lives at Sea, which showcases the lifesaving work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). The 10-part documentary series is being shown on BBC Two on Tuesdays at - [Porthcawl RNLI Looking Forward To First Fashion And Food Festival](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-fashion-and-food-festival-2018/) - The Porthcawl Fashion and Food Festival 2018 is due to start from Monday 3rd September with the first event being held at The Saltwater Inn. This is the first of its kind for Porthcawl and the events will take place in a variety of locations in Porthcawl town; including independent restaurants, shops, bars, cafes, the - [Saving Lives at Sea is back: RNLI lifesavers return to our screens](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/saving-lives-at-sea-is-back-rnli-lifesavers-return-to-our-screens/) - The BBC series Saving Lives at Sea, demonstrating the lifesaving work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), will once again be hitting TV screens from Tuesday 21 August 2018. Broadcast at 8pm on BBC2, the series will once again feature footage captured by volunteers from Porthcawl RNLI. The popular 10-part documentary series features real - [Porthcawl RNLI crews heading towards the busiest year ever](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-crews-heading-towards-the-busiest-year-ever/) - Volunteer lifeboat crews have launched lifeboats at Porthcawl over eighty times already this year. This is well ahead of any previous year in the station's history. Lifeboat Operations Manager, Philip Missen, commented, ‘The number of ‘shouts’ we have launched for so far this year is unprecedented. The hot weather has added to some incidents but - [Porthcawl and Barry Dock Lifeboats Respond to MAYDAY](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-and-barry-dock-lifeboats-respond-to-mayday/) - At 8.10pm yesterday evening (Tues 24/07/18) - Porthcawl and Barry Dock RNLI lifeboats launched to a 53ft yacht which had made a MAYDAY call as it was taking on water south of Nash Point. Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires, was launched and located the casualty yacht about 5 miles south west of Nash - [Porthcawl’s Rescue Fest 2018 a Huge Success](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawls-rescue-fest-2018-a-huge-success/) - The event organised by just three RNLI volunteer crew to support Wales’s ‘Year of the Sea’ saw the town’s Cosy Corner, slipway and breakwater area full of various rescue organisations stands and equipment. With brilliant weather the event which centred on Porthcawl’s RNLI lifeboat station attracted thousands of visitors to the area. Amongst those organisations - [Two Different Rescues For Porthcawl RNLI Volunteers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-different-rescues-for-porthcawl-rnli-volunteers/) - The weekend proved a busy time for Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat volunteers. At 19:21 on Saturday evening the crew received an ‘immediate launch’ page from UK Coastguard Agency at Milford. This followed reports of a casualty in difficulties in the sea near the town’s breakwater. It is thought a member of the public reported the sighting - [Porthcawl RNLI prepares for #RescueFest2018](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-prepares-for-rescuefest2018/) - Volunteers at Porthcawl RNLI are busy making final preparations for their exciting RescueFest event to be held on Sunday 22nd July. #RescueFest2018 takes place the day after Porthcawl Carnival Day meaning there are family friendly activities taking place in Porthcawl all weekend. RescueFest will feature exciting RNLI lifeboat rescue demonstrations including one with the Coastguard - [RNLI named Host City Community Partner of Volvo Ocean Race Cardiff Stopover](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-named-host-city-community-partner-of-volvo-ocean-race-cardiff-stopover/) - The RNLI is delighted to announce that it has been named Host City Community Partner of the round the world yacht race stopover, which comes to Cardiff between 27 May – 10 June. The race started last October and the Cardiff stopover will signal one of the final legs before the race finishes in The - [Two Males Stranded on Rocks at Newton Point Rescued](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-males-stranded-on-rocks-at-newton-point-rescued/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats at 15:43 after receiving multiple 999 calls. Waves were starting to break over the rock and the rescue was time critical before the rock would be covered by the incoming tide. Porthcawl's D Class Lifeboat 'Jean Ryall' was manoeuvred between rocks in order to effect the rescue. A crewman - [Porthcawl RNLI Volunteer will be at Windsor Castle for the Royal Wedding](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-volunteer-will-be-at-windsor-castle-for-the-royal-wedding/) - Helmsman Chris Page has received a very special invitation. He will be one of 1200 public guests at the wedding of the marriage of His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales and Ms. Meghan Markle. Lifeboat operations manager Phil Missen said, ’It is a great honour to have one of our crew members representing Porthcawl - [Visiting Lifeboat Tries Porthcawl Marina for Size](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/visiting-lifeboat-tries-porthcawl-marina-for-size/) - The Mumbles RNLI lifeboat ‘Roy Barker IV’ visited Porthcawl over the bank holiday weekend. The charities all-weather lifeboat was joined by Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 during the exercise which took place between Nash Point and Port Talbot on Saturday 5th May. Second coxswain at The Mumbles station, James Bolter said, ‘It is essential that we know - [Busy start to 2018 for Porthcawl's Lifeboat Crew](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/busy-start-to-2018-for-porthcawl-crew/) - Porthcawl lifeboat crews have been paged almost forty times already this year. Casualties have varied from surfers, windsurfers, broken down vessels and persons cut off by the incoming tide. Deputy Launch Authority, Aileen Jones, commented, ‘Our volunteer crews train each Sunday morning and Wednesday evening to build and maintain the varied skills needed to meet - [Porthcawl's lifeboats launch to three seperate incidents over weekend](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-lifeboats-launch-to-three-seperate-incidents/) - The weekend proved a busy time for Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat volunteers. Two shouts on Saturday, first to a broken down vessel, then later to two persons and a dog cut off by the incoming tide. Sunday was to wind surfers in difficulties. The towns RNLI crews were first paged by HM Coastguard Agency at 13:25 - [RNLI Volunteer Chairman Retires](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-volunteer-chairman-retires/) - John Abraham, Chairman of Porthcawl RNLI committee has decided to retire following 20 successful years volunteering for the charity. His role covered both the operational and fund raising committees at the station. During his chairmanship it is estimated that over half a million pounds was raised locally for the charity. The lifeboat has launched over - [Safety message from Welsh RNLI volunteers ready to drop everything at Christmas](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/safety-message-from-welsh-rnli-volunteers-ready-to-drop-everything-at-christmas/) - RNLI volunteers at the 30 lifeboat stations in Wales will be on standby this Christmas to drop everything to rescue anyone in trouble at sea. This has only been possible thanks to the generosity of the Welsh public who have made 2017 a record-breaking year for the charity. Fundraising support is set to continue into - [Santa Rescued by Porthcawl Lifeboat](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/santa-rescued-by-porthcawl-lifeboat/) - Porthcawl RNLI launch Atlantic 85 lifeboat to rescue Santa. - [John Williams MBE a Life Long RNLI Volunteer](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/john-williams-mbe-a-life-long-rnli-volunteer/) - All volunteers at Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat station were saddened to hear that John Williams MBE had sadly died earlier this week. John was an original crew member when the RNLI re-established a lifeboat at Porthcawl in 1965. He went on to serve the station as Honorary Secretary, now known as Lifeboat Operations Manager, from 1986 - [#FestiveBoats 2017 Supporting Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/festiveboats-2017/) - Look out for the #FestiveBoats in Porthcawl marina this December which are lighting up in support of Porthcawl RNLI. Share your pics with us using #FestiveBoats Like all RNLI crews Porthcawl's RNLI volunteers will be ready to launch 24/7 this Christmas, just like every other day of the year. Help to save lives at sea and - [RNLI Fundraiser Marj Braves the Elements Again](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-fundraiser-marj-braves-the-elements-again/) - Marj Abraham is a stalwart when it comes to raising money for the RNLI. This year she has raised over £2,000 by selling raffle tickets for her, now well known, hand made patchwork quilts. For seventeen years Marj and her friends spend the winter months armed with a needle and thread busily making patchwork quilts. - [Porthcawl RNLI live streaming is a huge hit during Storm Ophelia](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-live-streaming-is-a-huge-hit-during-storm-ophelia/) - Porthcawl RNLI live stream was a huge hit during Storm Ophelia being viewed nearly 9000 times. - [Girls saved from sea by Porthcawl RNLI volunteers in total darkness](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/girls-saved-from-sea-in-darkness/) - At 10:33pm on Wednesday 23 August, both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Jean Ryall were launched to reports of two teenage girls in the sea in Coney Beach, Porthcawl. The first lifeboat on scene was the D-Class Jean Ryall, who located the first informant. He informed the crew that the two girls - [Three calls in one evening for Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat volunteers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/three-calls-in-one-evening-for-porthcawl-rnli-lifeboat-volunteers/) - Wednesday teatime started with a kite surfer in difficulty for Porthcawl RNLI. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat launched, and located the casualty in the Newton point area. When alongside the surfer, it was found she was having trouble with her kite. The crew then assisted her to gather in her kite, and returned her to the - [BBC1 'Saving Lives at Sea' - Series 1 (2016)](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/saving-lives-at-sea/) - Saving Lives at Sea is a new four-part BBC series on the RNLI's lifesaving work. Running from 13th July to 3rd August on BBC One. The series, named Saving Lives at Sea, is part of a special volunteering season by the BBC called Do Something Great. It’s a real-life portrayal of the lifesaving work that - [Yacht and crew rescued by Porthcawl and Mumbles RNLI Lifeboats](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/yacht-and-crew-rescued-by-porthcawl-and-mumbles-rnli-lifeboats/) - At 2.15pm on Thursday 17 August, Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat Rose of the Shires launched to the rescue of a 30 foot yacht “The Valkyrie” that had broken down and was drifting close to Scarweather Sand Bank in big seas, 7 miles south east of Porthcawl. The Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat launched in rough seas with winds - [BBC series Saving Lives at Sea to air from Wednesday 16 August at 8pm on BBC Two](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/bbc-series-saving-lives-at-sea-series-2/) - BBC Saving Lives at Sea returns to BBC2 for a second series and will feature Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat - [Coffi Co Sets £10,000 Fundraising Target for Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/coffi-co-sets-10000-fundraising-target-for-porthcawl-rnli/) - Coffi Co Lounge is located in the iconic Jennings Building next to the RNLI station and aims to raise £10,000 for Porthcawl RNLI. - [Porthcawl RNLI respond to Mayday call](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-respond-to-mayday-call/) - Porthcawl RNLI launch following a Mayday call from a motor cruiser taking in water and suffering a loss of engine power one and a half miles off Porthcawl. - [Around the Coast of England and Wales for RNLI and Cancer Research UK](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/around-the-coast-of-england-and-wales-for-rnli-and-cancer-research/) - On Sunday 16th July we had a visit from David Outwaite. David is raising money for the RNLI and Cancer Research UK by driving his 1983 series 3 County Landrover around the coast of England and Wales, stopping at every Lifeboat station along the way. David, 67, a former college lecturer and now the secretary - [Vessel aground at Southerndown rescued](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/vessel-aground-at-southerndown-rescued/) - At 19:02 on Saturday evening 15th July, UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew to go to the aid of a small boat with engine problems. With a strong incoming tide the two persons on board the casualty had decided to beach the craft at Southerndown. Both Porthcawl lifeboats were launched with a total of - [Porthcawl RNLI rescue a fisherman cut off by rising tide](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-rescue-a-fisherman-cut-off-by-rising-tide/) - At 18:10 on Saturday evening 8th July Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew rescued a fisherman cut off by the rising tide just as the waves started to break over the surface of the outcrop of rocks at the popular fishing location of The Deeps, Ogmore by Sea. The crew who were on exercise aboard the RNLI - [Safety warning after man suffers serious injury in Porthcawl](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/safety-warning-after-man-suffers-serious-injury-in-porthcawl/) - The RNLI and Bridgend Council have warned people of the dangers of jumping into water from height – or tombstoning – after a man suffered serious injuries in Porthcawl on Sunday. Lifeboat crew volunteers from Porthcawl RNLI rushed to assist a man who broke his ankle and suffered lacerations to his feet after jumping into - [Seventy Years on we Remember the Maritime Tragedy at Sker Point](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/seventy-years-on-we-remember-the-maritime-tragedy-at-sker-point/) - The Samtampa and Mumbles Lifeboat crews who perished in a raging storm 70 years ago were remembered in a series of memorial events. - [Maesteg’s Mr RNLI retires at age 89](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/maestegs-mr-rnli-retires-at-age-89/) - Volunteer fundraiser from Maesteg Ken Lewis retires from service at the age of 89. - [Porthcawl: Busiest RNLI Inshore Lifeboat Station in Wales 2016](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/busiest-rnli-inshore-lifeboat-station-wales-2016/) - Porthcawl RNLI launched 80 times in 2016, rescuing 45 people and saving 7 lives. This makes the station the busiest RNLI inshore lifeboat station in Wales in terms of callouts. - [Porthcawl RNLI Rescue Injured Horse Rider](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-rescue-injured-horse-rider/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard at 16:05 Wednesday 15th March following reports that a female horse rider was injured at Sker Beach, Kenfig Sands. Both the D class lifeboat, ‘Jean Ryall’, and Atlantic 85 lifeboat ‘Rose of the Shires’ were launched to assist in the incident. Uk Coastguard Agency units from - [Volunteer at Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/volunteer-at-porthcawl-rnli/) - Interested in volunteering at Porthcawl RNLI? We need volunteers to join our lifeboat crew, shore crew, shop and visits team. Volunteering as Lifeboat Crew Imagine for a moment that you’re part of the crew on a lifeboat. It’s 2.30am on a freezing January morning and the pager’s just woken you from a deep sleep in - [Thrown Horse Rider Rescued](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/thrown-horse-rider-rescued/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard at 12:49 Sunday 15th January following reports that a female horse rider was injured at Kenfig Sands, Sker Beach. The D class lifeboat, ‘Jean Ryall’, was launched with four crew aboard and soon arrived on scene, 2 miles North West of the station. Due to the - [Two Rescued from Rocks at Sker Point](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-rescued-from-rocks-at-sker-point/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard at 17:38 Friday 30th December following reports of a small boat with two persons aboard having run aground on rocks at Sker Point. Both lifeboats were launched and arrived on scene, 2 miles north west of the station at 17:50. Conditions were such that there was - [Ben Fogle backs RNLI appeal urging supporters to opt in to hear from the charity](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/ben-fogle-backs-rnli-appeal-urging-supporters-to-opt-in-to-hear-from-the-charity/) - From 1 January 2017, the RNLI will be the first major charity to move to an opt in only approach for communicating with its supporters. - [Nessa and friends push the boat out for the RNLI at Porthcawl](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/nessa-and-friends-push-the-boat-out-for-the-rnli-at-porthcawl/) - Ruth Jones aka ‘Nessa’ from Gavin and Stacey fame, entertained a packed Porthcawl Grand Pavilion theatre last Friday all to raise money for Porthcawl RNLI. The evening is thought to have raised in the region of £18,000 for the charity. James Corden opened the evening with a video message from ‘Smithy’ which was filmed on - [MBE Award Ceremony for Porthcawl RNLI Volunteer](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/mbe-award-ceremony-for-porthcawl-rnli-volunteer/) - The Queen’s Birthday Honours recipient Aileen Jones a volunteer at Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat station was presented with her MBE this week by Prince William at Buckingham Palace. Aileen, who has been a volunteer at Porthcawl since 1995 was accompanied at the Palace by her family, husband Steve, daughter Frances and son Dan. Both Aileen and - [Two People Cut Off by Incoming Tide](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-people-cut-off-by-incoming-tide/) - Porthcawl’s RNLI lifeboat crews were paged at 18:24 on Thursday evening by Milford Haven Coastguard following reports of two people cut off at the foot of cliffs near Southerndown. Coastguards received several 999 calls from members of the public who had seen the two people start climbing a large rock fall at the foot of - [Porthcawl RNLI launch in gale force winds to people in the water at Llantwit Major](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-launch-in-gale-force-winds-to-people-in-the-water-at-llantwit-major/) - Porthcawl and Barry Dock RNLI lifeboats launched into gale force winds and high waves after reports of people in the water in trouble at Llantwit Major. Porthcawl RNLI volunteers launched the station's Atlantic 85 class lifeboat Rose Of The Shires on service after the reports of people having been swept into the heavy seas from - [Three Rescued in Two Separate Incidents](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/three-rescued-in-two-separate-incidents/) - Sunday 31 July proved to be a busy afternoon for Porthcawl’s RNLI lifeboat crews who managed to safely rescue three people who found themselves in imminent danger in two separate incidents along our coast. RNLI volunteers were first called at 13.50 to rescue a kayaker who had capsized and was in the water and unable - [Buccaneers’ Donate Share of £10,500](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/buccaneers-donate-share-of-10500/) - Porthcawl Buccaneers, organisers of Porthcawl Carnival and the Porthcawl Christmas Morning Swim donated a share of £10,500 to Porthcawl Lifeboat Station. The Christmas Morning Swim’s two main beneficiaries, Porthcawl RNLI and Wales Air Ambulance, received their cheques from Mayor of Porthcawl, Councillor Alana Davies. Christmas Swim treasurer, Marilyn Smith said, ‘Besides the cheques we have - [Respect The Water this Summer](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/respect-the-water-this-summer/) - Porthcawl RNLI urge you to Respect The Water when visiting the coast this summer. Try pushing our tonne of water. - [Praise for RNLI teamwork after two incidents near Porthcawl](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/busy-weekend-for-volunteer-porthcawl-rnli-lifeboat-crew/) - Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat volunteers, RNLI lifeguards and other emergency services who responded to two incidents near Porthcawl this weekend have been praised for their effective teamwork. Both incidents were along the Bridgend and Vale of Glamorgan coastline and involved the charity's lifeguard teams, Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew, the Coastguard Search and Rescue helicopter and Coastguard land - [Charity launches RNLI lifeguard service at Rest Bay](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/charity-launches-rnli-lifeguard-service-at-rest-bay/) - RNLI lifeguards will take to their posts for the first time at Rest Bay this Saturday (28 May) as the charity continues to roll out a lifeguarding service on Porthcawl beaches. Working in partnership with Bridgend County Borough Council, RNLI lifeguards will be ready at their posts between 10am-6pm throughout the bank holiday weekend. RNLI - [RNLI teams up with Bridgend Council for new lifeguard service](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-teams-up-with-bridgend-council-for-new-lifeguard-service/) - Starting this summer, four of Porthcawl’s beaches will be patrolled by a new seasonal lifeguard service run in partnership by Bridgend County Borough Council and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). For many years, the council has employed lifeguards at Coney Beach, Rest Bay, Trecco Bay and Pink Bay, creating a safe environment for both - [Rescued angler launches RNLI’s Welsh Mayday appeal](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rescued-angler-launches-rnlis-welsh-mayday-appeal/) - Yesterday, rescued angler Mike Dooley returned to Porthcawl lifeboat station to thank the volunteers who saved his life and officially launch the charity’s national fundraising week – Mayday. 41 year old Mike was fishing off the breakwater shortly before Christmas when a large wave suddenly swept him off his feet, pulling him into the sea. - [Porthcawl RNLI launch to drifting life raft in wake of storm Imogen](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-launch-to-drifting-life-raft-in-wake-of-storm-imogen/) - In the wake of storm Imogen Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat volunteers were paged at 9.22am today (Tuesday 9 February) following reports of a life raft adrift in the Bristol Channel approximately one mile east of the breakwater. Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat was launched within minutes to investigate the circumstances of the life raft and to check if - [Marathon run to raise funds for the RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/marathon-run-to-raise-funds-for-the-rnli/) - Porthcawl RNLI Helm Ross Purchase and his friend Daniel Bridge are to run the Great Welsh Marathon at Llanelli on 17 April. Their aim is to complete the marathon in four hours and raise money for the RNLI charity. Ross, 33, who like 35-year-old Daniel lives in Porthcawl, said: ‘I have been a volunteer lifeboat crew - [Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat crews get surprise £5000 donation](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboat-crews-get-surprise-5000-donation/) - Porthcawl RNLI have cashed in on the generous donation from J & J Wilson Ltd. who run three shops on the Parkdean, Trecco Bay Holiday Park in the town. The money was raised from the sale of Heritage products at their Supermarket, Gift and Rock shops during the 2015 season. Area Manager for J & J Wilson - [Pioneering RNLI heroine Aileen Jones receives MBE](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/aileen-jones-receives-mbe/) - Medal-winning lifeboat crew member Aileen Jones has been recognised for her years of bravery and dedication by being awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours this year. Aileen Jones was the first female crew member to receive a gallantry award. She was also one of the RNLI's first female helms; one of the first - [Former Honorary Secretary & Chairman has died](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/former-honorary-secretary-chairman-has-died/) - All volunteers at Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat were saddened to hear that John Blundell sadly died on 19th January. John was instrumental in getting the RNLI to establish a lifeboat in Porthcawl and following negotiations the station was opened in 1965. He served the station as Honorary Secretary, now known as Lifeboat Operations Manager, in the - [Fisherman’s life saved from sea by Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboats](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/942/) - Just after 6am Tuesday morning, the Porthcawl volunteer RNLI Lifeboat crew were called to reports of a person in difficulties in the water near the notorious Witches Point, Southerndown. Both lifeboats were launched immediately, and the larger Atlantic 85 Lifeboat reached the casualty first. Volunteer RNLI Helmsman Ross Purchase who was in charge of the - [RNLI Volunteers Qualify in Casualty Care](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-volunteers-qualify-in-casualty-care/) - In a positive start to 2015 thirteen volunteers at Porthcawl lifeboat attended the station and passed the RNLI’s Casualty Care course run by staff instructor Grant Walkey from the institution’s Poole headquarters. Each of the candidates attended the 24 hours of training spread over a two week period, some were able to complete daytime sessions - [Photographer visit Porthcawl to continue RNLI project](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/photographer-visit-porthcawl-to-continue-rnli-project/) - Jack Lowe, photographer and life-long enthusiast of the RNLI, is embarking on an ambitious project to visit all 237 RNLI lifeboat stations, whilst capturing stunning glass images along the way. On 25th March he will be welcomed with open arms at Porthcawl lifeboat station. The public are welcome to visit and to see Jack in - [Boxing Day Launch for Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/boxing-day-launch-for-porthcawl-rnli/) - Porthcawl RNLI was called to provide assistance to a yacht that had made a passage from Monkstone Marina on the River Neath to Porthcawl’s new Marina on Boxing Day. The yacht had just made the voyage safely through a moderate to rough sea when the engines failed as it approached the marina. The crew on - [Flood Rescue Team are Pride of Britain winners](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/flood-rescue-team-are-pride-of-britain-winners/) - Three volunteers from the RNLI Flood Rescue Team were announced this morning as winners of the Pride of Britain Emergency Services Award. They were recognised for their part in the rescue of a woman clinging to a branch in fast-flowing flood waters in Umberleigh, Devon on 23 December 2012. Boat Team Leader Paul Eastment, Helmsman - [Sinking yacht saved off Kenfig Beach](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/sinking-yacht-saved-off-kenfig-beach/) - At 4.45pm on Friday 28 June, Porthcawl’s RNLI Lifeboat was launched to reports of a 39 foot sailing yacht taking on water and in danger of sinking off Kenfig Beach. Both Porthcawl and Port Talbot RNLI Lifeboats were launched to the call, as during the radio message to the Coastguard, communications with the yacht were - [Crews rescue yachtsman in high winds](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/crews-rescue-yachtsman-in-high-winds/) - On the evening of Saturday 15 June, Porthcawl RNLI Atlantic 85 Lifeboat “Rose of the Shires” was launched to reports of a 30 foot steel hulled sailing yacht in difficulty off Newton, Porthcawl, and in danger of drifting onto the rocky point. The RNLI Lifeboat launched at 8.30pm with four volunteer crew on board to - [Two rescued as their yacht goes aground](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-rescued-as-their-yacht-goes-aground/) - Following a request from the crew of Barry Dock Lifeboat the Coastguard paged the crew of Porthcawl’s RNLI inshore lifeboat to assist in the rescue of a 22 foot yacht that had run aground following engine failure with two people aboard at Llantwit Major on Wednesday May 1st. Barry’s RNLI all weather lifeboat had been - [Porthcawl Lifeboats Launch to Capsized Canoeist](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-lifeboats-launch-to-capsized-canoeist/) - At 11.40am this morning, Sunday 24 February, Swansea coastguard received a Mayday call from a fishing boat off Sker Beach, Porthcawl, stating they had picked a capsized canoeist out of the water, who was suffering from the early stages of hypothermia, and required immediate assistance to get to shore. Swansea Coastguard immediately tasked both lifeboats - [Crew members sent to Devon floods](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/crew-members-sent-to-devon-floods/) - On Saturday 22 December, two volunteer members of Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Crew were mobilised to Barnstable to assist the Fire Service during major flooding in the Devon and Cornwall area and were immediately called upon. Team Leader Paul Eastment, 46, and Helmsman Chris Missen, 25, with Martin Blakerrowe from Poole. Both Paul and Chris have - [Kayakers rescued after Mayday call](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/kayakers-rescued-after-mayday-call/) - At 10.55am yesterday (Saturday 1 December) two lifeboats from Porthcawl RNLI were launched to a Mayday report of kayakers in difficulty off Newton Point, Porthcawl. Chris Missen, Helmsman of the Porthcawl Atlantic 85 Lifeboat said “when we launched, we reached the kayakers within 5 minutes, and found that a few of the paddlers had been - [Porthcawl RNLI saves yacht in tough conditions](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-saves-yacht-in-tough-conditions/) - On the afternoon of Friday 24 May, Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat, Rose of the Shires, was launched to assist a yacht 1 mile south off Sker Point, which was taking on water, and struggling to make way. Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 Lifeboat launched last Friday to a yacht that was on passage to Swansea, when it was - [Crew launches to drowning swimmers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/crew-launches-to-drowning-swimmers/) - At 6pm on Sunday 21 July, Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat, Rose of the Shires, launched to rescue tree people reported drowning off Tresilian Bay, Llantwit Major. Volunteer Helmsman Joe Missen said “We launched within five minutes of the call and proceeded to the Llantwit Major area to start our search. When we reached Ogmore by Sea, - [Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboats in Multi Agency Rescue at Dunraven Bay](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboats-in-multi-agency-rescue-at-dunraven-bay/) - At 5.48pm on Monday afternoon, both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Harold Arnold launched to reports of two persons cut of by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. At 5.48pm, both RNLI lifeboats from Porthcawl were launched to rescue two persons cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown, who were - [A double rescue to start 2014](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/a-double-rescue-to-start-2014/) - Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat ‘Rose of the Shires’ was launched at 9:25am on Saturday 22 February to the rescue of a day fishing craft with engine failure and a capsized dinghy a quarter of a mile east of Porthcawl Breakwater. The volunteer crew were then diverted to a second call when a surfer had been reported - [Two saved after getting cut off by tide](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/two-saved-after-getting-cut-off-by-tide/) - Two teenagers were saved after becoming cut off by an incoming tide below cliffs east of Llantwit Major. Both RNLI lifeboats from Porthcawl were requested to launch at 6:07 Sunday evening by Swansea Coastguard following a 999 call from the casualties. Neither of the casualties, who were both wet and very cold, was certain of - [Porthcawl RNLI Rescue Sinking Vessel](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-rescue-sinking-vessel/) - RNLI lifeboats from Porthcawl and The Mumbles were involved in a dramatic rescue operation Thursday afternoon, after a 34ft commercial dive boat with two people on board began taking on water. The boat from Cardiff was just off Scarweather sands when it got into difficulty. Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 RNLI lifeboat was first on the scene - [Porthcawl Busiest Inshore Station in Wales](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-busiest-inshore-station-in-wales/) - [Masonic Support for Porthcawl RNLI](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/masonic-support-for-porthcawl-rnli/) - This year has seen several organisations in Porthcawl celebrate key anniversaries and one of these was that of the Porthcawl Masonic Lodge of Sker who celebrated its 50th Anniversary at the Masonic Hall, New Road, Porthcawl, with a Celebration Meal. This milestone in their history also coincided with Porthcawl RNLI also celebrating their 50th anniversary - [Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboats launch to rescue Kayaker](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboats-launch-to-rescue-kayaker/) - Just after midday on Saturday 31st Oct both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Jean Ryall launched to reports of a capsized kayaker in difficulty half a mile off Newton Point. The Atlantic 85 Lifeboat, Rose of the Shires, with Helmsman Chris Missen in command, sighted the casualty with his capsized kayak. Chris - [Porthcawl RNLI save 14-year-old holidaymaker](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-save-14-year-old-holidaymaker/) - In a dramatic race against the incoming tide both Porthcawl Lifeboats were launched to rescue a 14 year old holiday maker stranded waist deep on a rock just off Newton Point. Following a 999 call to Milford Haven Coastguard, Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew were paged at 5.30pm Saturday afternoon. Both boats were used in this - [Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station celebrates 50 years of service](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboat-station-celebrates-50-years-of-service/) - On Friday 26th June, exactly 50 years to the day, Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station celebrated 50 years of service at a celebratory dinner at the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. Over 200 people attended the dinner which was hosted by Welsh singer and presenter Beverley Humphries. Apart from the present and past crew, other guests included the - [Busiest weekend this year for volunteer lifeboat crews](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/busiest-weekend-this-year-for-volunteer-lifeboat-crews/) - Last weekend, both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Jean Ryall launched to rescue a windsurfer on Saturday morning, and a kayaker, Sunday lunchtime. On Saturday 6th, the two RNLI Lifeboats launched to rescue a windsurfer who had lost his board and sail, and was in difficulties on the rocks at Newton Point. - [RNLI Volunteer Helmsman to Divisional Operations Manager](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/rnli-volunteer-helmsman-to-divisional-operations-manager/) - Volunteer crew at Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat are saying farewell to one of their colleagues. Award winning helmsman, Paul Eastment, who has been a volunteer crewman since late 1997 will not be losing all ties with his fellow crew though. Paul who became a staff member of the RNLI 13 years ago has been able to - [Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboats launch to rescue kayakers](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnli-lifeboats-launch-to-rescue-kayakers/) - At 12.30pm on Friday afternoon, both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Jean Ryall launched to reports of 2 kayakers in difficulty off Ogmore by Sea. First on scene was the Atlantic 85 Lifeboat, Rose of the Shires, with Helmsman Joseph Missen in Command. When they arrived at Ogmore by Sea, they made - [Porthcawl RNLI’s 50th anniversary celebrated with Royal visit](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/porthcawl-rnlis-50th-anniversary-celebrated-with-royal-visit/) - HRH The Princess Royal today visited Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat Station, as the station celebrates half a century of saving lives at sea. The Princess Royal met with the volunteer crew who were hailed the busiest in Wales during 2014, having launched 73 and rescued 60 people. In 1965 the RNLI re-established a lifeboat service at - [Mayday rescue for Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboats](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/news/mayday-rescue-for-porthcawl-rnli-lifeboats/) - At 5.28pm on Saturday afternoon, both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Jean Ryall launched to the assistance of a 26ft yacht that had run aground on Sandy Bay, Porthcawl. Volunteer RNLI Helmsman Joe Missen reached the stricken yacht first and said “when we got to the yacht, we found two persons on ## Crew - [Rob Davidson](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/rob-davidson/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: - [Rob Ewin](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/rob-ewin/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2025 Awards: - [Sian Milan](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/sian-milan/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: - [Carl Evans](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/carl-evans/) - Daytime Job: Retired fire officer Hobbies: Skiing, golf, walking, dancing Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 1989 (May) Awards: Vellum for a silver medal rescue in December 1994 - [Andrew Morgan](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/andrew-morgan/) - Daytime Job: Manager construction yard Hobbies: Cars, motorbikes Nickname(s): Daimorgs Year of Joining Crew: 2004 Awards: - [Aileen Jones MBE](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/aileen-jones/) - Daytime Job: Retired senior learning support officer Hobbies: Boating, gym Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: (Formerly served as helm and launch authority) Awards: RNLI Bronze medal, Member of the Order of the British Empire, Golden & Diamond Jubilee Medals - [Stephen Jones](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/stephen-jones/) - Daytime Job: Retired, formerly hot test inspector Bridgend Ford engine plant Hobbies: Photography Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 1983 (Formerly served as helm and launch authority) Awards: Long service medal, gold and diamond jubilee medals, letter of thanks - [Keiran Waring](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/keiran-waring/) - [Ieuan Walmsley](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/ieuan-walmsley/) - Daytime Job: Supply Chain Project Manager Hobbies: Mountain biking, aviation Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: Chief exec commendation 2025 - [Aidan Pearsall](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/aidan-pearsall/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: - [Sam Williams-Jones](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/sam-williams-jones/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2021 (July) Awards: - [Thomas Davies](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/thomas-davies/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2021 (July) Awards: - [Tom Ruddy](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/tom-ruddy/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2021 (November) Awards: - [Amy Bridge](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/amy-bridge/) - Daytime Job: Software Consultant Hobbies: Diving, mountains, as many holidays as I can stretch my annual leave to, giving my cocker spaniel Jura the life she deserves Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2022 (September) Awards: Chief exec commendation 2025 - [Alun Jenkins](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/alun-jenkins/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: - [Alex Godby](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/alex-godby/) - [Luke Anderson](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/luke-anderson/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: - [Tim Hotchin](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/tim-hotchin/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: - [Ben Evans](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/ben-evans/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2025 Awards: - [Rob Young](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/rob-young/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2025 Awards: - [Meg McCloy](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/meg-mccloy/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2025 Awards: - [Frank Gmitrowicz](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/frank-gmitrowicz/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2025 Awards: - [Chris Missen](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/chris-missen/) - Daytime Job: Company director at The Boathouse Fish Bar Hobbies: Boating, walking Henry the dog, eating chips Nickname(s): Bee, The POB, Mr Bean Year of Joining Crew: 2004 (March) Awards: Bronze Medal for Gallantry, Pride of Britain Emergency Services Award 2013 (both for an RNLI flood rescue team rescue) - [Chris Page](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/chris-page/) - Daytime Job: Online store manager Hobbies: Beach lifeguarding / surf lifesaving Nickname(s): Padge, Pagey Year of Joining Crew: 2004 (April) Awards: Letter of thanks from Chairman, Chief exec commendation 2025 - [Sam Williams](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/sam-williams/) - Daytime Job: Relief Coxswain, Pilot Boat Hobbies: Gym, rugby, socialising with Dan Nickname(s): Slug Year of Joining Crew: 2009 (March) Awards: - [Lewis Evans](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/lewis-evans/) - Hobbies: Surfing and skating Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2014 (April) Awards: - [Andrew Walmsley](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/andrew-walmsley/) - Daytime Job: Electrical technician Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 1995 - [Simon Emms](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/simon-emms/) - Roles at Porthcawl RNLI: Helm and Lifeboat Training Coordinator Daytime Job: Industrial Chemist Hobbies: Dogs walking, changing my car, car cleaning Nickname(s): Emzy Year of Joining Crew: 2001 (September) Awards: Vellum - [Gareth Collins](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/gareth-collins/) - Daytime Job: Design engineer Hobbies: Making pizza, eating pizza, drinking wine, hiking, climbing, mountain biking and tinkering with my hairdresser car Nickname(s): Warwick, BAM, Wikipedia Year of Joining Crew: 2013 (October) Awards: - [Gareth Charnock](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/gareth-charnock/) - Daytime Job: Gym owner Hobbies: Watching Cardiff city football, gym, rugby Nickname(s): Spoon Year of Joining Crew: 2016 (July) Awards: - [Chris Kitney](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/chris-kitney/) - Daytime Job: Vehicle detailer Hobbies: Surfing, mountain biking Nickname(s): Kitney Year of Joining Crew: 2016 (July) Awards: - [Tim Morgan](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/tim-morgan/) - Daytime Job: Retired - assembly worker for Ford Motor Company, Bridgend Engine Plant Hobbies: Boating, fishing Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 1993 Awards: RNLI thanks on vellum, RNLI long service medal, Gold and Diamond Jubilee Medals - [Ross Martin](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/ross-martin/) - Daytime Job: Specialist vehicle engineer Hobbies: Coastal safety officer, boating Nickname(s): Big Ross Year of Joining Crew: 1989 (September) Awards: - [Ian Stroud](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/ian-stroud/) - Daytime Job: Retired Hobbies: Walking, swimming, motorcycling Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 1986 Awards: Gold Jubilee Medal, x2 letter of thanks - [Phil Missen MBE](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/phil-missen-mbe/) - Daytime Job: (Retired) - formerly sales director, robotics company Hobbies: Boating, walking dog Nickname(s): LOM Year of Joining Crew: 1974 Awards: Member of the Order of the British Empire, 5 letters of thanks - [Joseph Missen](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/joseph-missen/) - [Nathan Evans](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/nathan-evans/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: Chief exec commendation 2025 - [Gareth Jenkins](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/gareth-jenkins/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: - [Ken York](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/ken-york/) - Daytime Job: Aeronautical Manager Hobbies: Travelling, car and house restoration Nickname(s): Yorkie Year of Joining Crew: - [Bleddyn Bridge](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/bleddyn-bridge/) - Daytime Job: Chartered Civil Engineer Hobbies: Cycling, Land Rovers, being outside Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: 2023 (April) Awards: - [Mike Cinderby](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/mike-cinderby/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: - [Paul Eastment](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/crew/paul-eastment/) - Daytime Job: Hobbies: Nickname(s): Year of Joining Crew: Awards: ## Shouts - [Launch 35/23 – 📟 9.22am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-35-23/) - The volunteer RNLI crew at Porthcawl were paged by HM Coastguard following reports of a light aircraft in the sea between the lifeboat station and the Seabank Hotel at Porthcawl. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat launched to assist. One person was onboard and was taken into the care of coastguards and ambulance crews. Three RNLI lifeboats - [Launch 34/23 – 📟 3.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-23/) - As the Atlantic 85 lifeboat was preparing to recover from the previous call (launch 33 / 2023) when HM Coastguard re-tasked the lifeboat following a PAN PAN assistance call from a vessel in difficulty near Sker Point. The crew were requested to proceed to the location to assess the situation. Once on scene the crew - [Launch 33/23 – 📟 3.31pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-33-23/) - HM Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's Atlantic 85 Lifeboat 'Rose of the Shires' to assist a kite surfer who was reported to be in difficulty off Porthcawl sea front by Porthcawl NCI watch keepers. Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 was launched and the crew located the casualty in shallow water at Sandy Bay. A crew - [Launch 30/23 – 📟 9.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-23/) - HM Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist two paddle boards in Newton struggling against the wind and tide. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat arrived and assisted both to shore. Whilst on the shore with the casualties a member of the public approached the crew member stating his wife was sea swimming and had not - [Launch 31+32/23 – 📟 9.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-32-23/) - Whilst on the shore with the casualties from service launch 30 a member of the public approached the crew member stating his wife was sea swimming and had not returned, last seen 30 minutes ago in the water towards Newton Buoy. HM Coastguard requested the Atlantic 85 carry out a search of Newton Bay and - [Launch 29/23 – 📟 6.53pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-29-23/) - Two people on a paddle board phoned 999 to speak to HM Coastguard and requested assistance as they were being blown off shore away from Ogmore By Sea towards Tusker Rock. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat ‘Rose of the Shires’ was launched on service arriving on scene shortly after. An initial search commenced and a - [Launch 28/23 – 📟 9.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-28-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to assess the situation involving a vessel in difficulties off Sker Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 ‘Rose of the Shires’ was launched on service. Once the lifeboat arrived on scene the helm assessed the situation. The helm made the decision that taking the vessel under tow - [Launch 27/23 – 📟 5.51pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-27-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assess the situation with a jet bike which had suffered mechanical failure off Pink Bay, Porthcawl. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat “Rose of the Shires” was launched on service. Once the lifeboat arrived on scene the helm decided the best way to assist the casualty - [Launch 26/23 – 📟 7.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's Atlantic 85 was on a training exercise when HM Coastguard requested they attend Ogmore By Sea following reports of a paddle board in difficulty. The lifeboat diverted from exercise, proceeded to scene and located one paddle boarder. The casualty was taken on board the lifeboat and returned to the safety of Ogmore beach. - [Launch 25/23 – 📟 3.07pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-25-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew to assist two people on an inflatable kayak struggling to get back to shore. The casualties were being aided by an RNLI lifeguard who had paddled out to them on a rescue paddle board. The Atlantic 85 was launched on service. The two casualties were taken onboard the - [Launch 24/23 – 📟 11.11am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-24-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew to assist two people on a paddleboard struggling to get back to shore. The Atlantic 85 was launched on service and made best speed to the location. The two people were taken onboard the lifeboat and dropped back to shore at Ogmore By Sea where they were met - [Launch 23/23 – 📟 6.58pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-23-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew to investigate a report they’d received from Porthcawl NCI that two paddleboarders were in difficulty. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service and proceeded to the scene. Shortly before the crew arrived on scene the paddleboarders managed to get themselves back to shore and required no further - [Launch 53/26 – 📟 4.59pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-53-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assess the scene with a power driven dinghy in difficulty off Ogmore by Sea. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen made best speed to the location and located the dinghy, taking the casualties onboard the lifeboat. They were dropped ashore along with their dinghy at - [Launch 52/26 – 📟 4.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-52-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist two paddleboarders who were been assisted by a lifeguard in offshore winds at Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew located the paddleboarders and lifeguard and recovered them onto the - [Launch 78/26 – 📟 8.51pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-78-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call from two people who were cut off by the tide and trapped on a ledge at Southerndown.The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew recovered the casualties - [Launch 77/26 – 📟 7.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-77-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that a person was in difficulty in the water at Trecco Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Once on scene Porthcawl Coastguard (who were already in attendance) confirmed that the person had made it safely ashore and - [Launch 72/26 – 📟 2.53pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-72-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search for a missing person between Sandy Bay and Ogmore by Sea. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service to assist with the search. The lifeboat conducted a shoreline search with nothing found and were stood - [Launch 73/26 – 📟 5.33pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-73-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a report that a casualty was stuck on a ledge of the breakwater at Porthcawl, having climbed down to recover his friends parrot. Porthcawl Coastguard team and the South Wales Fire and Rescue Serevice were also tasked to the incident. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose - [Launch 74/26 – 📟 6.40pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-74-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that 2 people were cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew veered back on their anchor line to - [Launch 75/26 – 📟 7.23pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-75-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist two paddleboarders reported to be in difficulty between Rest Bay and Hutchwns Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Once on scene the crew located the paddleboarders who had been swept onto rocks in the cove area of Rest - [Launch 76/26 – 📟 2.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-76-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that 5 paddle boarders were in difficulty at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene a thorough search of the area was conducted alongside Llantwit Major - [Launch 54/26 – 📟 5.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard immediately following launch 53 following a report a swimmer was in difficulty at the Ogmore river mouth. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen assisted the swimmer, taking them onboard the lifeboat and dropped them ashore at Ogmore Beach. To support Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew and help - [Launch 55/26 – 📟 5.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-55-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report of three paddleboards with five casualties onboard being blown out to sea by offshore winds at Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made good speed to the paddleboarders. All were taken onboard the lifeboat and - [Launch 56/26 – 📟 6.44pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-56-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search for a missing person at Sandy Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service to assist with the search. The crew were stood down after approximately 5 minutes following confirmation that all had been resolved. - [Launch 57+58/26 – 📟 9.23pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-58-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist Porthcawl coastguard team with a casualty who had experienced a seizure at black rocks on Newton Beach. Due to the inaccessibility of the location the D Class crew were requested to assist with medivac of the casualty. The charity's D class Hugo Missen was - [Launch 59/26 – 📟 7.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-59-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report of two paddleboarders being blown out to sea by offshore winds and tidal currents. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made good speed to the paddleboarders who had originally set out from Trecco Bay. They were - [Launch 61/26 – 📟 11.02am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-61-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assess the situation regarding a yacht with engine difficulties near Nash Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the helm assessed the situation and decided taking the yacht in tow - [Launch 62/26 – 📟 5.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-62-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that multiple people were cut off by the tide at Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established the people intended to remain in - [Launch 60/26 – 📟 7.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-60-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist two swimmers reported to be in difficulty near Porthcawl breakwater. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched and made good speed to the swimmers. Once on scene it located the swimmers, both of whom were open water swimmers and in no - [Launch 11+12/26 – 📟 9.23pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-12-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report of a person in the water in difficulty at Sandy bay (Coney Beach). Both the charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen were launched on service. The person was safely located on the shore and taken into - [Launch 10/26 – 📟 6.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency incident taking place at Porthcawl seafront. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service to assist with the incident. The crew were stood down once all had been resolved. To support Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew and help - [Launch 8+9/26 – 📟 11.18am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-8-9-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report of a person having a cardiac arrest at the top of the beach at Merthyr Mawr. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen both made best speed to the location. The coastguard helicopter was also tasked to the incident and - [Launch 7/26 – 📟 7.52pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report raising concern for two paddleboarders seen leaving Rest Bay, some distance from the shore. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and located the paddlers near Fairy Buoy and the paddlers confirmed that they had set out from Rest - [Launch 6/26 – 📟 11.25am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-6-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search taking place at Porthcawl seafront. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service to assist with the search. The crew were eventually stood down following confirmation that all had been resolved. To support Porthcawl RNLI’s - [Launch 3/26 – 📟 5.40pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following multiple reports that a child and adult were in difficulty in a dinghy at the mouth of Ogmore river. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed towards Ogmore By Sea. The crew were stood down from the - [Launch 4+5/26 – 📟 7.13pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-4-5-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report of two people on an inflatable kayak struggling in offshore winds at Ogmore By Sea.. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen were launched on service making best speed to the location. The Atlantic 85 crew arrived on - [Launch 2/26 – 📟 2.46am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search taking place in the early hours of the morning. The crew were stood down shortly after launching the charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires following confirmation that all had been resolved. Porthcawl Coastguard team were also tasked to the incident. - [Launch 1/26 – 📟 1.37pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-26/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and launched the charity’s D Class Hugo Missen on service for the first time in 2026. A fisherman had fallen from rocks into the water at a Rhych Point. When the crew arrived on scene they found the fisherman had self recovered back onto the shore - [Launch 101/25 – 📟 7.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-101-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard and tasked to assist with a multi-agency search at Sandy Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched to assist with the search. South Wales Police, Porthcawl Coastguard and Port Talbot Coastguard were also all involved in the search. The lifeboats were stood down from the incident once - [Launch 100/25 – 📟 1.24pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-100-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard this afternoon following a 999 call from a fishing boat which had a line caught around its propellor. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the casualty's location off Newton Point. The line which had - [Launch 98+99/25 – 📟 8.09pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-98-99-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard and tasked to assist with a multi-agency search off Porthcawl seafront. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen were launched to assist with the search. South Wales Police, Porthcawl Coastguard and Port Talbot Coastguard were also all involved in the - [Launch 97/25 – 📟 12.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-97-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew relaunched immediately after they had assisted a surfer at Rhych Point following a report that two paddleboarders were in difficulty at Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires arrived on scene to find the two paddleboarders had made it ashore at Newton Beach and required no further assistance. - [Launch 96/25 – 📟 11.30am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-96-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew spotted three surfers in difficulty close to Rhych Point as they were preparing to recover from training exercise. The crew onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires managed to rescue one of the surfers whilst the two other surfers were too close to shore and made their way out - [Launch 95/25 – 📟 12.15pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-95-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard and requested to launch to assist a wingsurfer off the seafront. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. The crew located the wingsurfer off Hutchwns Point. The casualty was struggling to get back to - [Launch 94/25 – 📟 11.12am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-94-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call they had received from a person at Newton Point who had spotted a capazised kayaker who was in difficulties near Newton Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. The - [Launch 93/25 – 📟 7.32pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-93-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard as they started a classroom based training session. A member of the public on locks common had spotted the surfer waving for help and dialed 999 for the Coastguard. Helm Gareth Collins said, ‘thankfully there were crew at the lifeboat station so it was a quick - [Launch 92/25 – 📟 6.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-92-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate a report of a broken down boat in Newton Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established that the boat owner was waiting for a friend - [Launch 91/25 – 📟 9.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-91-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard and tasked to assist with a multi-agency search off Sandy Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched to assist with the search. Porthcawl Coastguard, Port Talbot Coastguard, The Mumbles Lifeboat RNLI and the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter from Newquay were also all involved - [Launch 90/25 – 📟 1.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-90-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate a report of Paddleboarders in difficulty at Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established that the paddleboarders had made it to shore without assistance - [Launch 89/25 – 📟 7.38am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-89-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency incident at Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once it was established that the crew could provide no further assistance to other agencies they were stood down - [Launch 87+88/25 – 📟 7.14pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-87-88-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to a report that two people were cut off by the incoming tide beneath cliffs at Southerndown. Both the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were launched on service making best speed to the location to assist the - [Launch 85+86/25 – 📟 6.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-85-86-25/) - Both the charity's D Class and Atlantic 85 assisted 12 people cut off by the tide at Ogmore River. - [Launch 70/25 – 📟 4.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-70-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report of 3 people in difficulty caught in a strong current at Irongate Point off Porthcawl's seafront. The casualties were helped to safety and provided casualty care in the first instance by our colleagues from Porthcawl Coastguard and Port Talbot Coastguard. If you are - [Launch 80/25 – 📟 4.07pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-80-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to locate and assist two people on a paddleboard off Ogmore by Sea following a report they'd received from our RNLI lifeguard colleagues. Once on scene the lifeboat conducted a search of the area and found the paddleboarder had made it ashore unaided. Whilst returning to - [Launch 84/25 – 📟 3.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-84-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to assist five people and four dogs cut off by the tide at Ogmore Rivermouth. One of the people had attempted to wade across but had turned back following safety advice from our RNLI lifeguard colleagues at Ogmore. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires - [Launch 83/25 – 📟 1.35pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-83-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to investigate a report of a swimmer potentially in difficulty off Sker Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location and carried out a search of the area. The crew located a fishing pot - [Launch 81/25 – 📟 5.57pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-81-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to locate and assist two people on a paddleboard who were waving for help some distance off Hardy's Bay, Ogmore by Sea following a 999 call. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and the crew were conned on to the - [Launch 82/25 – 📟 6.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-82-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were requested to relaunch by HM Coastguard having recovered from Launch 81/25 – 📟 5.57pm following reports that two children were in difficulty in the water off Ogmore by Sea. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on - [Launch 79/25 – 📟 01.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-79-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard whilst returning from training exercise to investigate a wing foil surfer who was reported to be in possible difficulty close to Newton Point. Once on scene the crew located the wing foiler who accepted the offer for assistance and was taken onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 - [Launch 78/25 – 📟 01.51am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-78-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi agency search off Porthcawl. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service to assist with the search. - [Launch 76+77/25 – 📟 12.52am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-76-77-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi agency search off Porthcawl. Both the charity's lifeboats were launched on service to assist with the search. - [Launch 73+74+75/25 – 📟 9.07pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-73-74-75-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked to assist 2 people and a dog cut off by the tide at Ogmore river mouth. Whilst enroute they were diverted to investigate a kayaker in possible difficulty off Rhych Point. They then continued with the original tasking. Whilst on scene at Ogmore they provided further assistance to a - [Launch 72/25 – 📟 7.04pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-72-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate a paddleboarder reported to be in difficulty off Hardy's Bay, Ogmore. They also received a request to pick up an unmanned child's dinghy off Southerndown cliff's to avoid any further calls. - [Launch 71/25 – 📟 4.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-71-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked after their previous call to assist with a search for missing children at Sandy Bay. - [Launch 69/25 – 📟 1.04pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-69-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following concerns raised by our RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales colleagues at Rest Bay. The RNLI lifeguards had contacted the coastguard regarding a paddleboarder near Kenfig Patches around 1 mile from the shore. The charity's D Class Hugo Missen was launched on service. The crew made - [Launch 68/25 – 📟 8.10am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-68-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call from a concerned member of the public reporting that two paddleboarders appeared to be in difficulty off Newton point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it - [Launch 67/25 – 📟 1.56pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-67-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search at Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and carried out a shoreline search as part of a multi-agency response After a search of around 45 minutes the lifeboats were stood down with - [Launch 65+66/25 – 📟 11.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-65-66-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search off Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were launched on service and carried out a shoreline search as part of a multi-agency response. After a search of around 45 minutes the lifeboats were - [Launch 63+64/25 – 📟 5.24pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-6364-25-📟-5-24pm/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency incident near Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once it was established that the crew could provide no further assistance to - [Launch 49+50/25 – 📟 8.37pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-49-50-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following multiple 999 calls reporting 2 people in the water in difficulty at Ogmore River mouth. The lifeboats were tasked as part of a multi agency response. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen were launched on service and made best - [Launch 61+62/25 – 📟 6.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-61-62-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a Pan Pan call from a yacht which had suffered a broken rudder and been pinned against the breakwater. When it had managed to deploy an anchor it began dragging. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was initially launched with crew assisting the yacht to - [Launch 60/25 – 📟 6.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-60-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call from a concerned member of the public reporting that two teenagers were trapped on a rock by the incoming tide at Newton point. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on - [Launch 59/25 – 📟 12.27am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-59-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search at Trecco Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and the incident was swiftly resolved. The lifeboat was stood down from the incident and returned to station where it was made ready for service. In - [Launch 58/25 – 📟 4.56pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-58-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report of an elderly casualty in difficulty in the water at Newton Beach. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established that two people had helped the casualty - [Launch 57/25 – 📟 5.18pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report they’d received from a person sailing a moth sailing boat that had suffered equipment failure and was in need of assistance in Newton Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once - [Launch 56/25 – 📟 7.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-56-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report they'd received from Porthcawl NCI that two surfers had been swept around the point at Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established the - [Launch 54+55/25 – 📟 6.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-55-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that two people had come off a Personal Water Craft (PWC / jetski) at the river mouth at Ogmore and were in the water. Both the charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were launched on service - [Launch 52+53/25 – 📟 7.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-52-53-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that a child was cut off on the Newton side of the Ogmore river and separated from parents on the Ogmore side. The charity’s D Class Hugo Missen was launched on service. Once on scene it was met by approximately 40 people all on - [Launch 51/25 – 📟 10.37pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-51-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report from 3 paddleboarders who were disorientated and unsure of their location in the dark off Newton point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and swiftly located the 3 paddleboarders and escorted them safely back to the beach at Newton. - [Launch 47+48/25 – 📟 6.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-47-48-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to paddleboarders reported to be in difficulty at Ogmore. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and conducted a search of the area. During the search an empty SUP was found floating on the water. The charity's D Class Hugo Missen was requested - [Launch 46/25 – 📟 9.09pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-46-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard whilst returning from the earlier launch no. 45/25 to a report of two paddleboarders in difficulty at Rest Bay. Once on scene it was established the two paddleboarders concerned were safe and well. As the D Class lifeboat prepared to depart scene it came across a - [Launch 45/25 – 📟 8.44pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call reporting a person in the water in difficulty at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service and located the person close to shore. A crew member assisted the person from the water and into - [Launch 44/25 – 📟 6.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-44-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were alerted over VHF radio by HM Coastguard following concerns for 2 paddleboarders located between Irongate point and Hutchwns point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires had just been recovered from the earlier launch no. 43/25 and was immediately relaunched on service. Once on scene it was established the - [Launch 43/25 – 📟 6.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call from a fisherman on the breakwater reporting concerns for 3 teenage boys on a paddleboard drifting out to sea. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and located the 3 boys on the paddleboard between Rhych - [Launch 42/25 – 📟 4.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-42-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report from RNLI lifeguard colleagues at Southerndown that a paddleboarder may be struggling in the tidal current at Witches Point, Southerndown. An RNLI lifeguard had paddled out to monitor and assist the paddleboarder. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched - [Launch 41/25 – 📟 4.23pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-41-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report from RNLI lifeguard colleagues at Ogmore that two people on paddleboards may be struggling in tidal currents off Hardy's Bay. Ogmore. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service. Once on scene it was established the paddleboarders were further offshore and - [Launch 40/25 – 📟 4.23pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search at Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and conducted a search of the area. The lifeboat was stood down from the incident after around an hour when it was confirmed the search - [Launch 39/25 – 📟 4.38pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following concerns raised about a personal water craft PWC (jetski) which was drifting off Porthcawl seafront. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service making best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew established the person onboard the PWC was - [Launch 38/25 – 📟 3.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 from a kite surfer at Newton beach reporting that a kayaker had capsized and was clinging to the yellow buoy in Newton Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service making best speed to the location. The lifeboat - [Launch 37/25 – 📟 5.33pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-37-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 from a concerned mother that her family members were being swept out to sea on paddleboards off Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Whilst the lifeboat was enroute to Southerndown HM Coastguard received a call to - [Launch 36/25 – 📟 5.36pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-36-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report from RNLI lifeguard colleagues at Sandy Bay that a lifeguard was assisting 2 men on paddleboards who had been swept around the end of the breakwater. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service. Once on scene both casualties were - [Launch 35/25 – 📟 4.18pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-35-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following an urgent call from Coastguard Helicopter 388 which was non SAR capable. The helicopter crew had spotted a paddleboarder and kayak waving for assistance south of Tusker buoy. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and tasked to assist. Once on - [Launch 34/25 – 📟 9.38am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch to assist with a multi-agency incident. The charity’s D Class Hugo Missen was launched on service to provide assistance. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer crew and power us to our next - [Launch 33/25 – 📟 8.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-33-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a call from a sailing yacht which had suffered engine difficulties and was becalmed off Porthcawl near Fairy buoy. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and tasked to assess the situation. Once on scene the helm made the decision the - [Launch 32/25 – 📟 10.22am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-32-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a report of a kayaker in difficulty near Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the kayaker hanging to their inflatable kayak close to rocks at Newton - [Launch 31/25 – 📟 7.40pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a report of multiple people cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene a crew member went ashore to speak to the group. They were - [Launch 30/25 – 📟 8.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-25/) - Whilst Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were out on a training exercise onboard the charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen the crew spotted two people who were cut off by the tide to the western side of Dunraven Bay. The crew made contacted with the people. After realising it could be around 1.5 to 2 hours - [Launch 29/25 – 📟 7.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-29-25/) - Whilst Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were out on a training exercise onboard the charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires the crew were flagged down by two people who were trapped on the Porthcawl side of Ogmore River. The pair had attempted to wade across but soon realised it was too deep. The lifeboat took the - [Launch 28/25 – 📟 12.26pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-28-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a report of two paddleboarders in dfficulty between Ogmore and Newton. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene they located the paddleboarders who had made it ashore onto Newton Beach. They were taken onboard the lifeboat - [Launch 26+27/25 – 📟 2.27pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-27-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to locate two people who were cut off by the tide at Ogmore Deeps, below the cliffs at West Farm. Both the charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen were launched on service and made best speed to the location due to - [Launch 25/25 – 📟 12.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-25-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist RNLI lifeguard colleagues with a kite surfer who had a foiling board who was in difficulty off Rhych Point following a drop in the wind. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service. The kite surfer was been assisted by an - [Launch 24/25 – 📟 3.13pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-24-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a report of a swimmer in difficulty off Ogmore By Sea. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene they located the swimmer who had made their way out of the water and required no further assistance. - [Launch 23/25 – 📟 5.22pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-23-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to locate and assist a 13 year girl who had fallen and broken her leg at Witches Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew located the casualty on the - [Launch 22/25 – 📟 7.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-22-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard whilst returning from their earlier service call to Ogmore rivermouth. The crew were tasked to assist 3 people reported to be in difficulty and being swept around the point with a paddleboard at Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires made best speed to - [Launch 21/25 – 📟 7.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-21-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard during their training exercise to provide immediate assistance to a group of 10 people attempting to cross the Ogmore River at the rivermouth. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. They arrived finding some of the people attempting to wade - [Launch 20/25 – 📟 6.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard during their training exercise to provide immediate assistance to an adult and child in a small dinghy being swept around Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location and took the too casualties onboard the lifeboat. The casualties were - [Launch 19/25 – 📟 10.49am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-19-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a call from a motorcruiser which had suffered engine difficulties and was drifting towards Newton Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and tasked to assess the situation. Once on scene the helm made the decision the best way to - [Launch 18/25 – 📟 7.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-18-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were returning from a service launch to Southerndown onboard the charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen when they were flagged down by a group of 3 kayakers who were struggling against the tide off Ogmore. They had originally set out from Porthcawl. The 3 kayakers were taken onboard the lifeboat and their - [Launch 17/25 – 📟 6.38pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-17-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard (whilst returning from an earlier launch to Rest Bay) following a report 2 swimmers were in difficulty at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen made best speed to Southerndown. Once on scene it was established that all persons had made it ashore and - [Launch 16/25 – 📟 5.31pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-16-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report 2 surfers had been swept around the point at Rest Bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service and made best speed to Rest Bay. Once on scene it was established that all persons had made it out onto - [Launch 14/25 – 📟 6.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-14-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard whilst out on a training exercise to investigate 2 people cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires arrived on scene and located the casualties around 10 metres up the cliff face. A crew member went ashore to speak - [Launch 15/25 – 📟 5.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-15-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report from Porthcawl NCI that 5 people were cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service to investigate. Porthcawl RNLI volunteer helm, Nevs @marathonlifeboatman diverted from his London marathon training run arriving - [Launch 12+13/25 – 📟 12.44am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-12-13-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard in the early hours to assist with a multi-agency search at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). Both the charity's lifeboats D class Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires were launched on service. The lifeboats were stood down shortly after arriving on scene when it was confirmed - [Launch 10+11/25 – 📟 10.18pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-11-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard in the early hours to assist with a multi-agency search at Ogmore by Sea. Both the charity's lifeboats D class Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires were launched on service and made best speed to Ogmore. The lifeboats were stood down shortly after arriving on - [Launch 7+8/25 – 📟 1.14am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-8-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard in the early hours following a request for assistance from South Wales Police. They had concern that 4 teenagers may have entered the water at Newton Point. Both Porthcawl's D Class Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires were launched on service to conduct a search along - [Launch 3+4/25 – 📟 2.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-4-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist a fisherman who had become cut off by the tide on rocks at Ogmore By Sea. The fisherman was rescued and taken onboard the charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen. The Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires also launched to the incident to support - [Launch 67+68/24 – 📟 7.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-67-68-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch both the charity's lifeboats to assist with a multi-agency response at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity’s D Class inshore lifeboat Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires were both launched on service within minutes as the crew were already preparing to - [Launch 9/25 – 📟 1.23pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-9-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report a paddleboarder was struggling against strong offshore winds at Newton bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service and made best possible speed to the incident. Once on scene the crew spotted the paddleboarder who was now safely ashore having been - [Launch 6/25 – 📟 2.48pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following multiple 999 calls reporting two women in difficulties in the Ogmore river. The two, a mother and daughter had been caught by the rising tide on the wrong side of the river and had tried to wade cross, but it was too fast running. The - [Launch 5/25 – 📟 9.44am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate a fishing boat which had reported engine failure off Irongate Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the casualty's position. Upon arrival on scene it was established the crew of the fishing boat - [Launch 2/25 – 📟 1.24pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch following a report of a dog in difficulty in the water at Newton Bay. Following a 999 call to the Coastguard by the dog's owners, the charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service for their first rescue of - [Launch 1/25 – 📟 5.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-25/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch to assist with a multi-agency search near Llantwit Major. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service to conduct a search of the area. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support - [Launch 71/24 – 📟 10.32am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-71-24/) - Lifeboats from Porthcawl and Barry Dock RNLI were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist in a multi-agency incident at Ogmore-by-Sea. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support Porthcawl's volunteer crew and power us to our next rescue: https://fundraise.rnli.org/fundraisers/Porthcawl - [Launch 70/24 – 📟 10.31am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-70-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch to assist with a multi-agency search. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service to conduct a search of the area. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer crew - [Launch 69/24 – 📟 2.59pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-69-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch to assist with a multi-agency search at Trecco Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service to conduct a search of the area. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support - [Launch 66/24 – 📟 9.23am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-66-24-📟-9-23am/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch the D Class lifeboat to provide further assistance with an ongoing multi-agency response. The charity’s D Class inshore lifeboat Hugo Missen was relaunched on service at approximately 9.42am. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To - [Launch 65/24 – 📟 4.19am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-65-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard and requested to launch the D Class lifeboat to assist with an ongoing multi-agency response. The charity’s D Class inshore lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service at approximately 4.20am. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our - [Launch 64/24 – 📟 3.52am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-64-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist in a multi-agency response along the Vale of Glamorgan coastline. The charity’s Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service at approximately 4.05am. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer - [Launch 63/24 – 📟 5.26pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-63-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard to investigate concerns for an object in the water at Newton Bay The charity’s D class lifeboat, Hugo Missen was launched on service and made best speed to the area of the incident. Once on scene the crew were able to establish that the object of - [Launch 62/24 – 📟 4.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-62-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that a micro light may have ditched into the sea off Porthcawl seafront opposite the Atlantic Hotel. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the area of the incident. Once on scene - [Launch 61/24 – 📟 12.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-61-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard shortly after the charity's lifeboats had been rehoused following their Sunday morning training exercise. The crew were tasked to investigate two small inflatable boats in Newton Bay following a report they may be in difficulty. When the crew arrived on scene they were quickly able to - [Launch 60/24 – 📟 3.31pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-60-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist in a multi-agency response near Scarweather Sands. The charity's Atlantic 85 inshore lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service at approximately 3.42pm. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer crew and power - [Launch 58+59/24 – 📟 4.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-58-59-24/) - The 27ft yacht from Porthcawl RNLI's earlier launch made a request to HM Coastguard for assistance whilst struggling in rough seas off Nash Point and Barry Dock RNLI’s Shannon was launched to assist. Following an assessment by the coxswain of Barry Dock lifeboat it was decided the best way to assist the yacht was to - [Launch 57/24 – 📟 12.39pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-24/) - HM Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a request for assistance from a yacht which was struggling in the prevailing conditions off Ogmore deeps whilst passaging to Cardiff. Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and proceeded to the yacht’s location. A crew member went onboard the yacht and established - [Launch 56/24 – 📟 11.00am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-56-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked during their Sunday morning training exercise by HM Coastguard following a report that a kayaker had capsized off Ogmore by Sea and was unable to reboard his kayak. Being blown offshore by winds he had abandoned his kayak and was attempting to swim ashore. The charity’s D class lifeboat - [Launch 55/24 – 📟 11.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-55-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi agency incident at Sandy Bay. The crew provide assistance and were stood down once all was resolved and returned to station where the lifeboat was made ready for service. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the - [Launch 54/24 – 📟 7.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following concerns from the parent of two open water swimmers who were swimming some way off their original agreed course. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene with the swimmers they were brough onboard the lifeboat - [Launch 53/24 – 📟 10.44am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-53-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that a motor boat had suffered engine difficulties. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene the helm assessed the situation and made the decision the best way to help the casualties onboard the - [Launch 52/24 – 📟 11.13am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-52-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a Mayday call from a yacht off Porthcawl. The crew were requested to launch to assist a 35ft yacht with two people onboard which was taking in water and in difficulty half a mile south of Tusker Rock off Porthcawl. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat - [Launch 51/24 – 📟 12.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-51-24/) - Whilst returning from an earlier launch: Launch 50/24 – 📟 12.09pm | Porthcawl RNLI (porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk) the crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to conduct a welfare check on small vessel that had been seen drifting off the seafront for over a mile. When the crew arrived on scene they confirmed with the boat's occupants they - [Tasking Request – 📟 6.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-tasking/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report a lady was stuck in mud between the beach at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) and the lifeboat launch slipway with the tide coming in around her. Two volunteer crew who were already at the lifeboat station went to assist the lady and helped - [Launch 50/24 – 📟 12.09pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-50-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that two paddleboarders were possibly in difficulty near Hardy's Bay, Ogmore by Sea. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established the paddleboarders were safe and well and not in need - [Launch 48+49/24 – 📟 10.43am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-48-49-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report an inflatable kayak had been found washed ashore between Newton and Ogmore River. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service followed by D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen to conduct a thorough search of the area. Teams from - [Launch 47/24 – 📟 9.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-47-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard and tasked to conduct a search following a report of a missing 4 year old at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). Thankfully the child was found as the charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launching. Having been stood down from the incident the crew were - [Launch 46/24 – 📟 12.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-46-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report they'd received from Porthcawl NCI of a paddleboarder possibly in difficulty near Fairy Buoy. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established the paddleboarder was safe and well and not in need - [Launch 44/24 – 📟 6.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-44-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that 3 paddleboarders may require assistance off Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene the paddleboarders were located but found to not be in difficulty. The lifeboat was stood down and - [Launch 45/24 – 📟 1.35pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that a small power boat was drifting off the seafront and at risk of running aground on rocks. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene the helm assessed the situation and made the - [Launch 26/24 – 📟 11.44am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report a dog had gone over cliffs whilst chasing a sheep near Southerndown. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. The crew located the dog stuck on a ledge. They were able to - [Launch 43/24 – 📟 2.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked shortly after they had launched on exercise by HM Coastguard following a report that 2 paddleboarders may require assistance off Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene the paddleboarders were located but found to not be in - [Launch 42/24 – 📟 7.49pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-42-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that 3 people may be cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Once on scene a crew member went ashore and spoke with the 3 people. It was established - [Launch 41/24 – 📟 5.58pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-41-24-📟-5-58pm/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a call from a yacht which had suffered engine difficulties in Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). HM Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat in order to assess the situation. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and once - [Launch 40/24 – 📟 11.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report of fisherman cut off by the tide at Witches Point, Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew carried out a search of the area and - [Launch 39/24 – 📟 7.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard during their training exercise following a report that a kayaker was in difficulty off Ogmore. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew were able to establish the kayaker was safely ashore and required no - [Launch 38/24 – 📟 3.15pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-24/) - UK coastguard tasked the volunteer crew who were out on a training exercise onboard the charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires to a further incident following an earlier tasking. RNLI lifeguards were assisting a kayaker in difficulty at Rhych Point. Once on scene the Atlantic 85 crew stood by until the lifeguards had got - [Launch 36+37/24 – 📟 2.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-36-37-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked whilst afloat on a training exercise by UK Coastguard following a 999 call reporting that a person may be cut off by the tide at Sker Point. The Atlantic 85 diverted from its exercise whilst the D Class was also launched. Once the Atlantic 85 arrived on scene it - [Launch 34+35/24 – 📟 12.17pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-35-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard immediately after completing a demonstration for RescueFest crowds. 2 people and a dog were cut off by the tide near Monknash. Both the charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen made best speed to the location with 2 crew going ashore to reassure - [Launch 33/24 – 📟 08.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-33-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were diverted from their training exercise by HM Coastguard to investigate a person reported to be in difficulty off Ogmore. Once on scene the crew established all persons were safe and well and there was no one requiring assistance. The crew were stood down and returned to station. - [Launch 31+32/24 – 📟 6.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-32-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that 2 people were cut off by the tide near Monknash. Both the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were launched on service. Once on scene the lifeboat crews located the 2 people who were cut off - [Launch 30/24 – 📟 5.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that 3 boys were being swept out to sea by the current at the Ogmore river mouth. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. The crew arrived on scene to find - [Launch 28+29/24 – 📟 9.59pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-28-29-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a sighting of an unattended white paddleboard which had been spotted drifting off Newton Point. Coastguard teams from Porthcawl and Port Talbot were also tasked to conduct a shore based search. Both the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat - [Launch 27/24 – 📟 8.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-27-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew were tasked whilst on training exercise following a report of a child in difficulty in the sea at Ogmore. The Atlantic 85 crew made best speed to the location arriving to find the child was now safely ashore with their parents. The crew were stood down and returned to station where - [Launch 25/24 – 📟 6.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-25-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that a dinghy had capsized in Newton Bay. Following a search of the area no one was found to be in difficulty. There was a kite surfer in the bay who confirmed all other kite surfers had returned to the beach. The lifeboat - [Launch 24/24 – 📟 7.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-24-2024/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were returning to station from an earlier incident at Newton onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires when they were tasked by HM Coastguard to a report of multiple people trying to cross the Ogmore river. Numerous people had been caught out by the incoming tide having crossed the - [Launch 23/24 – 📟 6.49pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-23-2024/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were on exercise onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires when tasked by HM Coastguard to a child that was refusing to leave the water at Newton Beach by her parents. The Atlantic 85 arrived to find the parents unable to control a 10 year old girl. The girl left - [Launch 21+22/24 – 📟 9.17am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-21-22-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a multi agency incident. Both the charity's inshore lifeboats were launched on service. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer crew and power us to our next rescue: https://fundraise.rnli.org/fundraisers/Porthcawl - [Launch 20/24 – 📟 1.10am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi agency search. The crew were stood down once all was resolved and returned to station where the lifeboat was made ready for service. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer crew - [Launch 18+19/24 – 📟 4.04pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-18-19-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a 999 call to the Coastguard from 3 people with a dog who had found themselves cut off by the incoming tide at Nash Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were both launched on service - [Launch 16+17/24 – 📟 2.39pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-16-17-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that 5 people were cut off by tide near St Donat's. The area was searched by Llantwit Major coastguard rescue team and Porthcawl RNLI's crew onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat with nothing found. The casualties were believed to have self rescued. The - [Launch 15/24 – 📟 12.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-15-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi agency search. The crew were stood down once all was resolved and returned to station where the lifeboat was made ready for service. In a coastal emergency dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. To support our volunteer crew - [Launch 13/24 – 📟 8.24pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-13-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following reports of a paddleboard (SUP) a fair distance from the shore off Hardy's Bay, Ogmore by Sea in fading light. The charity's Atlantic 85, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and conducted a search of the area along with Llantwit Major Coastguard team. - [Launch 14/24 – 📟 2.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-14-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard at 2.34pm on Saturday 27 April following a report that three people on stand up paddleboards (SUPs) were struggling to get back to shore at Rest Bay, Porthcawl. Due to strong north easterly (offshore) winds the casualties had been blown around 1 mile from the shore. - [Launch 11+12/24 – 📟 11.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-12-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search taking place along the Porthcawl coastline. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and relief D Class Peggy D was launched on service to assist with the multi-agency search. All was resolved shortly after launching and the lifeboats were - [Launch 10/24 – 📟 4.27pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-24/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report a windsurfer may be in difficulty in Newton Bay during the tail end of #StormKathleen. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Following a thorough search of the area by Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew, HM Coastguard’s rescue helicopter and Coastguard - [Launch 8+9/24 – 📟 6.41am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-8-9-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency incident. Both the charity's relief D Class Peggy D and Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires were launched on service to assist with the incident. - [Launch 7/24 – 📟 4.29pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity's relief D Class Peggy D was launched on service to conduct a search of the area. - [Launch 6/24 – 📟 3.27pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with an ongoing multi-agency search of the coastline in the area of Llantwit Major and Rhoose. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service with the crew afloat for nearly 3 hours before being stood down and returning to station. To - [Launch 5/24 – 📟 2.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report that two people were cut off by the incoming tide near Nash Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location in moderate to rough seas. Once on scene the crew - [Launch 4/24 – 📟 3.35pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-4-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard following a report the Coastguard had received from Porthcawl NCI. NCI watchkeepers were monitoring their Ogmore by Sea remote camera when they saw an adult and child attempting to cross at the Ogmore river mouth. As the pair reached waist depth the child got swept away - [Launch 3/24 – 📟 1.48pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist a wind surfer who was reported to be in difficulty between the breakwater and Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and took the casualty and their equipment onboard. The casualty was dropped ashore - [Launch 2/24 – 📟 3.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate a surfer who was reported to be in difficulty between the breakwater and Sandy Bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Peggy D was launched on service and conducted a search of the area along with Porthcawl Coastguard rescue team. The crew or Coastguard team found - [Launch 1/24 – 📟 12.14pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-24/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist an ongoing multi-agency search. The charity's relief D Class lifeboat Peggy D was launched on service. The crew were tasked by the Coastguard to investigate an object in the water at Sandy Bay which they located - a large log. The crew were then - [Launch 65/23 – 📟 2.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-65-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate an object in the water off Porthcawl seafront. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Once on scene the crew located the object which turned out to be a fishing pot marker buoy. With the call being a - [Launch 64/23 – 📟 9.16pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-64-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist with a multi-agency search off the seafront in Porthcawl. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and conducted a shoreline search parallel to West Drive. The lifeboat was stood down from the incident at 10pm when police confirmed that all was - [Launch 63/23 – 📟 6.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-63-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search in the Sandy Bay and Trecco Bay area. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and carried out a search of the area. The lifeboat was stood down after around 45 minutes when all was - [Launch 62/23 – 📟 4.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-62-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate an object in the water at Newton Bay. Once on scene the crew located the object in the water which was found to be the small yellow buoy. The crew were stood down from the incident by the coastguard with the call being a - [Launch 61/23 – 📟 9.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-61-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency incident. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service and proceeded to the Vale of Glamorgan area. The lifeboat was stood down after around 45 minutes when all was resolved. - [Launch 60/23 – 📟 5.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-60-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate an object in the water at Hardy’s Bay, Ogmore By Sea. Llantwit Major Coastguard were also tasked to the incident. Once on scene the crew located the object in the water which was found to be a log. The crew were stood down from - [Launch 59/23 – 📟 1.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-59-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following reports that a person had got into difficulty whilst swimming from the outfall pipe on Porthcawl seafront between Irongate and Hutchwns Points. There was a heavy ground swell and the casualty was being swept out to sea by the current. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat - [Launch 58/23 – 📟 4.51am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-58-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of a person in the water at Rest Bay. The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service and the crew helped the person to safety ashore. - [Launch 57/23 – 📟 9.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard as the final whistle sounded on the Wales vs Fiji rugby world cup game. The crew were tasked to assist with a multi agency search which was taking place in the Merthyr Mawr and Ogmore By Sea area. The crew conducted a shoreline search of the - [Launch 56/23 – 📟 9.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-56-23/) - HM Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires following a report that a swimmer had failed to return at Ogmore By Sea. The group the swimmer had been with returned to shore, but one was unaccounted for. The swimmer was soon located safely ashore and the Atlantic 85 was - [Launch 54+55/23 – 📟 14.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-55-23/) - As the D Class crew came around the end of the breakwater following the previous incidents at Rest Bay (launch 51+52 and launch 53) the crew found another incident unfolding . A large motor vessel had just run aground near the marina entrance. With the tide rapidly receding the helm made an assessment of the - [Launch 53/23 – 📟 13.55pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-53-23/) - Following the previous service launch (51+52/2023) the D Class crew spotted a paddle boarder some distance off Rest Bay being swept out by offshore winds. The crew went to check on them which led to them rescuing the paddle boarder too and dropping them back to the beach. - [Launch 51+52/23 – 📟 13.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-51-52-23/) - As soon as the D Class lifeboat was recovered from its earlier launch (50/2023), an immediate call was received via VHF radio from HM Coastguard, who had taken a 999 call regarding a mass rescue incident taking place at Rest Bay in the rip current at the point. Initial reports suggested that a group of - [Launch 50/23 – 📟 13.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-50-23/) - Following a brief search (launch 49/2023) the crew were retasked by HM Coastguard to a further incident to assist a wing surfer who was in difficulty to the south of Porthcawl Breakwater. The wing surfer was taken onboard the lifeboat and dropped ashore at Newton. - [Launch 49/23 – 📟 12.39pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-49-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI volunteers were paged at 12.39 today (Tuesday 5 September) following a report that swimmers were in difficulty at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity's relief D Class lifeboat 'Peggy D' was launched and the crew conducted a search with no one found to be in difficulty. The crew were then retasked by HM - [Launch 48/23 – 📟 7.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-48-23/) - HM Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's Atlantic 85, Rose of the Shires following concerns raised for 2 people on an SUP struggling against the current and offshore winds off Ogmore By Sea. Both casualties were taken onboard the lifeboat and dropped ashore. - [Launch 47/23 – 📟 5.55pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-47-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following concerns raised to them by Porthcawl NCI for a person on an inflatable lilo drifting some distance out to sea in offshore winds off Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity's relief D Class lifeboat, Peggy D was launched on service and the casualty was taken - [Launch 46/23 – 📟 4.13pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-46-23/) - HM Coastguard requested the launch of the charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires to assist a wing surfer in difficulty off Porthcawl seafront. The casualty and their equipment were taken onboard the lifeboat and returned back to their launch site at Newton. - [Launch 45/23 – 📟 2.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-23/) - HM Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist with a multi-agency incident. The charity's relief D Class lifeboat Peggy D was launched on service to assist with the incident. - [Launch 43+44/23 – 📟 5.48am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-44-23/) - HM Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI crew and requested they launch to assess the situation and provide safety cover to Llantwit Major Coastguard Team. In the early hours of the morning a yacht had made a distress call to HM Coastguard after it ran aground and was being battered within the surf. The charity’s Atlantic 85 - [Launch 42/23 – 📟 10.15am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-42-23/) - Whilst afloat on engine trials HM Coastguard requested the Atlantic 85 divert to assess the situation with a motor cruiser which was experiencing engine difficulties in Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). Once on scene the helm decided the best way to assist the casualty was to take it in tow into the marina. - [Launch 41/23 – 📟 1.59pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-41-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew following a report 2 PWC’s (jet ski’s) were in difficulty. The lifeboat proceeded to Newton where it located the two PWC’s. One PWC had towed the other back to Newton Bay. On further investigation the crew discovered the owner of one of the PWC’s had got stuck on - [Launch 40/23 – 📟 9.02pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report 2 people with 4 dogs were cut off by the tide near Nash Point. The charity's D Class lifeboat D861 Hugo Missen was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene it was established that recovery by lifeboat would be high risk - [Launch 36/23 – 📟 6.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-36-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to a MAYDAY following a report that a jetski was sinking off Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service arriving on scene within minutes. The crew recovered two casualties who were with the jet ski onto the lifeboat, both - [Launch 37/23 – 📟 4.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-37-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report of two kayakers in difficulty at Ogmore river mouth. Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service making best speed to Ogmore By Sea. The crew arrived on scene to find a team of volunteer lifeguards from Penybont Surf - [Launch 38/23 – 📟 3.56pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist with a multi-agency incident at Kenfig Sands (Sker Beach). The charity's Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched on service. - [Launch 39/23 – 📟 12.33pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard following a report that a yacht with one person onboard was taking on water off the Nash sand bank. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service making best speed to the yacht’s reported location. The crew of the Atlantic 85 - [Launch 22/23 – 📟 4.48pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-22-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew to assist Llantwit Major Coastguard with a medical evacuation at Hardy’s Bay, Ogmore By Sea. The charity’s D Class lifeboat ’Hugo Missen’ was launched on service and made best speed to the location. The casualty had suffered a leg injury whilst in the surf. Once on scene the - [Launch 20+21/23 – 📟 7.57pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-21-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report they’d received from Porthcawl NCI that a group of people were cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The Atlantic 85 was launched first at 7.57pm and a crew member went ashore to liaise with the casualties. When the casualties were made aware - [Launch 19/23 – 📟 3.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-19-23/) - HM Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to investigate a kayaker who was struggling against the incoming tide at Newton Point. The Coastguard were alerted by our RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales colleagues who had concerns that the kayaker was making no progress against the tidal current. Once the crew arrived on scene the kayaker - [Launch 17+18/23 – 📟 2.33pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-17-18-23/) - HM Coastguard requested the launch of both Porthcawl RNLI’s Atlantic 85 and D class inshore lifeboats to a multi-agency incident at the river mouth, Ogmore By Sea following a report of a person in the water in difficulty. The Atlantic 85 launched and was first on scene, shortly followed by the D Class lifeboat. Once - [Launch 15+16/23 – 📟 2.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-15-16-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist Porthcawl Coastguard and Port Talbot Coastguard with a medical evacuation at Pink Bay Porthcawl. When the Coastguard teams arrived on scene in difficult terrain, they established the casualty had possibly suffered a broken ankle. They moved the casualty to a more comfortable location and proceeded to stabilise - [Launch 14/23 – 📟 4.59pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-14-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report they’d received from Porthcawl NCI. 3 surfers had been swept around the point at Rest Bay. Once the lifeboat arrived on scene along with Porthcawl Coastguard team the crew established all surfers had made it safely ashore and required no further assistance. The lifeboat was - [Launch 12+13/23 – 📟 6.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-12-13-23/) - HM Coastguard requested the launch of both of the charity’s lifeboats following a report that a person was spotted possibly in difficulty in the water opposite the seabank hotel. Porthcawl’s lifeboats were involved in a multi agency search along with Porthcawl Coastguard, Port Talbot Coastguard, Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 187 which is based at St Athan - [Launch 11/23 – 📟 7.51am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-23/) - HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to a report of a paddleboarder in difficulty off Porthcawl. Following a thorough search of the area along with Porthcawl Coastguard and Llantwit Major Coastguard no one in difficulty was found. The crew were stood down with the call believed to be a false alarm with good intent. - [Launch 10/23 – 📟 12.01am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-23/) - Atlantic 85 launched following a MAYDAY call from an ocean rowing boat with a single handed rower onboard. The casualty vessel had run aground at Tusker Rock, having set out from Cardiff earlier in the day and made a MAYDAY call. When the lifeboat arrived on scene the casualty vessel had refloated itself but was - [Launch 9/23 – 📟 5.11am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-9-23/) - Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assess the situation with a yacht which had experienced mechanical difficulties outside Porthcawl Marina. The charity’s D Class lifeboat was launched on service. The helm decided the best way to assist the yacht was by taking it in tow and into the marina so the - [Launch 8/23 – 📟 11.15am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-8-23-📟-11-15am/) - Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew were diverted from their training exercise by HM Coastguard to a report of a dog in difficulty in the water at Newton Point. The dog's owner had called the Coastguard on 999 after becoming concerned for its safety. Our crew onboard the D Class lifeboat arrived on scene within minutes and - [Launch 7/23 – 📟 10.50am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to assist a windsurfer in difficulty between Porthcawl breakwater and Newton Point. The charity's relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat Edna May was launched on service and made best speed to the location of the casualty. The casualty and his equipment were taken onboard the lifeboat and returned - [Launch 5+6/23 – 📟 2.17pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-5-and-6-23/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report they'd received from Porthcawl NCI that two people were cut off by the incoming tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. Many of the crew were at fellow crew member, Reverend Mark Broadway's wedding at All Saint's Church, Porthcawl leaving the ceremony to respond to the call - [Launch 4/23 – 📟 10.35pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-4-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to reports of a missing overdue rock angler. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service to carry out a shore-line search from Ogmore to Southerndown. With limited information on the angler's exact whereabouts the Coastguard was reliant on a facebook video the angler had - [Launch 3/23 – 📟 10.05am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were preparing to launch for their Sunday morning training exercise when the crew were alerted by members of the public that Winni, a cockapoo dog had fallen from the eastern arm onto the boulders below (near the green pole). The launch authority contacted UK Coastguard on 999 to request the assistance - [Launch 2/23 – 📟 3.29pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard after they’d received a 999 call with concerns for a swimmer, possibly in difficulty at Dunraven Bay in Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and Llantwit Major Coastguard team were also tasked to attend. When the volunteer crew arrived - [Launch 1/23 – 📟 2.04pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-23/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged for the first time of 2023. UK Coastguard had received a 999 call reporting that a red Cocker Spaniel dog may have gone over the cliff edge near West Farm, Southerndown. The charity’s Atlantic 85, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the - [Launch 65/22 – 📟 2.32pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-65-22/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged following several 999 calls to UK Coastguard reporting a kite surfer in difficulty between Ogmore By Sea and Tusker Rock. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat ‘Rose of the Shires’ was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once on scene the crew began a search of - [Launch 64/22 – 📟 12.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-64-22/) - Porthcawl's volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search in the Rest Bay, Porthcawl area. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service. Around 2 hours after launching the crew were stood down by the Coastguard, returning to station at 2.34pm when the lifeboat was - [Launch 63/22 – 📟 2.58pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-63-22/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew following a 999 call reporting that two girls were struggling in the current and being swept out to sea at Ogmore By Sea and were in danger of drowning. Porthcawl’s D Class was launched at Newton Beach, making best speed to Ogmore. Coastguard Teams from Llantwit Major, Porthcawl - [Launch 62/22 – 📟 5.52pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-62-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to a vessel in distress. A self powered maintenance barge with 2 people on board was suffering engine trouble off Porthcawl. The Mumbles Lifeboat was also tasked to the incident. The vessel was considerably large and following an assessment from the helm of Porthcawl lifeboat the safest option - [Launch 61/22 – 📟 6.04pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-61-22/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard to a report that someone had entered the water and got into difficulty at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity's D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen was launched on service and arrived on scene to find the person had been helped to safety by an open water - [Launch 59+60/22 – 📟 8.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-59-60-22/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard whilst out on training exercise. A climber had got into difficulty whilst climbing the cliff at Ogmore Deeps and contacted the Coastguard by calling 999 for assistance. Llantwit Major Coastguard team were also tasked whilst both the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires and - [Launch 57/22 – 📟 5.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-22/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of 3 people cut off by the incoming tide to the east of Monknash beach beneath the cliffs. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Once the casualties had been located one - [Launch 58/22 – 📟 4.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-58-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew on bank holiday Monday following a report of multiple paddleboarders in difficulty at Ogmore By Sea. 3 pairs of people each with a paddleboard were taken onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires. Each of the paddleboarders were struggling against strong offshore winds and the - [Launch 55+56/22 – 📟 8.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-55-56-22/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of both the charity's lifeboats, Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and D Class Hugo Missen to provide assistance with a multi agency incident at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. - [Launch 54/22 – 📟 3.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report that two swimmers were in difficulty at Nash Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best speed to the location. Upon arrival on scene it was soon established that both swimmers had managed to make it - [Launch 53/22 – 📟 7.27pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-53-22/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of two paddleboarders in difficulty off Ogmore By Sea. With our crew at the station preparing to launch on a training exercise the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service within minutes. When the crew arrived on scene they found - [Launch 52/22 – 📟 12.35am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-52-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist with a person in the water at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service, however was stood down straight after launching after information was received the person was found ashore. The lifeboat returned to station and was made ready for service. - [Launch 51/22 – 📟 8.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-51-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report from a sailing vessel that had spotted three people cut off by the tide on a rocky outcrop at Newton Point. The charity's D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen was launched on service. Once on scene the crew located the three people who were fishing. Despite - [Launch 50/22 – 📟 5.27pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-50-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist our colleagues from RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales. Two adults and a child had been swept around Witches Point at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown due to the strong tidal current caused by the incoming spring tide. An RNLI lifeguard with a rescue tube and an RNLI lifeguard - [Launch 49/22 – 📟 9.32pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-49-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of a paddleboarder in difficulty off Trecco Bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Misssen was launched on service and it was swiftly established the paddleboarder was actually a large log. The lifeboat was stood down and returned to station to be made ready for service. - [Launch 48/22 – 📟 6.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-48-22/) - Whilst at Ogmore By Sea to assist RNLI lifeguards with an earlier incident the D Class Hugo Missen received a further tasking from UK Coastguard. The crew ere tasked to conduct a serach for a missing child. The child was found safe and well on the land shortly afterwards and the lifeboat was stood down and returned - [Launch 47/22 – 📟 5.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-47-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew with a request to assist our RNLI lifeguards at Ogmore By Sea. An RNLI lifeguard was assisting multiple inflatables ashore. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service to assist the RNLI lifeguards. To support Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew: Porthcawl RNLI Lifesavers Fund 2022 - [Launch 46/22 – 📟 7.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-46-22/) - Whilst the crew were at Ogmore By Sea for a previous tasking they were retasked by the Coastguard to proceed to Trecco Bay following a report of a person in difficulty. The crew quickly advised those looking to cross the river that they would return to assist them. Once on scene at Trecco Bay the - [Launch 45/22 – 📟 6.40pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew and the charity's D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen was requested to launch as a safety intervention. There were multiple people cut off by the tide and attempting to cross the Ogmore river from the Porthcawl side to Ogmore side. What followed was a series of incidents in which - [Launch 44/22 – 📟 8.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-44-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew to Ogmore River once again due to multiple people stuck on the Porthcawl side attempting to cross. The D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen returned to the river mouth as a preventative safety measure. Further casualties were transferred across the river to the Ogmore side. To support Porthcawl RNLI volunteer - [Launch 43/22 – 📟 7.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 whilst they were returning from Ogmore. They were tasked to assist 2 paddleboarders half a mile off Sandy Bay in difficulty. To support Porthcawl RNLI volunteer crew: Porthcawl RNLI Lifesavers Fund 2022 - [Launch 42/22 – 📟 6.18pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-42-22/) - UK Coastguard retasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew who had launched on the D Class Hugo Missen. Our RNLI lifeguard colleagues at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) had reported two overdue paddleboarders. The D Class was requested to commence a search and assist the lifeguards. After a brief search of the area the RNLI lifeguards confirmed the paddleboarders - [Launch 40+41/22 – 📟 5.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-41-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to reports of multiple people cut off by the tide at the Ogmore River. Both lifeboats were launched on service as a preventative safety measure. The Atlantic 85 arrived on scene and assisted 11 casualties across the river to ensure they did not attempt to cross. The D - [Launch 39/22 – 📟 8.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew after receiving a report of a person on a paddleboard with 2 people clinging to it drifting out to sea off Newton Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was swiftly on scene, having just washed down following a training exercise. All 3 casualties were taken - [Launch 38/22 – 📟 4.48pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew after receiving reports of multiple persons attempting to cross the Ogmore River from the Newton side as the tide was nearing high water. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and transferred 31 people across the river as a preventative safety measure to - [Launch 37/22 – 📟 5.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-37-22/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report that a group of people on a kayak had got into difficulty close to Newton Point. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service with four crew onboard and arrived on scene locating the casualties on the rocks to the - [Launch 35+36/22 – 📟 5.29pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-35-36-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report a fisherman had fallen into the water from rocks in the cove area of Rest Bay (between Rest Bay Point and Hutchwns Point). Both the charity's D Class Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires were launched on service but were stood down by the - [Launch 34/22 – 📟 11.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-22/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew along with Porthcawl Coastguard team following a report a person had been seen entering the water at Newton Beach wearing shorts but had not been seen returning. The crew onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires conducted a thorough search of the area on a - [Launch 33/22 – 📟 8.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-33-22/) - Whilst returning from an earlier launch to Dunraven Bay, UK Coastguard gave a further tasking to the crew of our D Class Hugo Missen. The coastguard had received a report from Porthcawl NCI of a number of people attempting to cross the Ogmore river at the river mouth. When the crew arrived on scene they - [Launch 32/22 – 📟 8.04pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-32-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report they'd received from Porthcawl NCI that a paddleboarder may be in need of assistance off Dunraven Bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service. When the crew arrived on scene the paddleboarder had made it close into shore and required no assistance. - [Launch 30/22 – 📟 10.00am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-22/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew launched on their training exercise aboard D Class Hugo Missen and were immediately flagged down by a swimmer in Sandy Bay. The swimmer requested assistance and was taken aboard the lifeboat and dropped back to the slipway at the harbour. - [Launch 31/22 – 📟 10.05am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-22/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were on training exercise at Rest Bay onboard Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires when they spotted a paddleboarder being assisted by an RNLI lifeguard some distance from the shore. There was a second paddleboarder close by too. Both had been some distance from the shore in off shore winds when the - [Launch 28+29/22 – 📟 7.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-28-29-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew following a report they’d received from Porthcawl NCI that a group of 5 people were cut off by the tide on the southern side of Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. Both the charity’s D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires were launched on service - [Launch 26+27/22 – 📟 7.29pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-27-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of 4 people cut off by the tide near Nash Point. Both the charity's D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen and Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires were launched on service and made best speed to the location. Llantwit Major Coastguard, South Wales Police, South - [Launch 24+25/22 – 📟 4.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-24-25-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of a person in difficulty in the water at Ogmore-by-Sea. Whilst the lifeboats made best speed to the scene the Coastguard received news that the person had made it safely to shore. Both lifeboats were stood down and returned to station to be made ready - [Launch 22+23/22 – 📟 5.14pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-22-23-22/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of both Porthcawl's inshore lifeboats to assist Police and Llantwit Major Coastguard Team at Llantwit Major beach. - [Launch 20+21/22 – 📟 6.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-21-22/) - Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew were diverted from their training exercise by UK Coastguard following a report from Porthcawl NCI that a group of 3 people were cut off on the south side of Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. Both the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat and D Class lifeboat proceeded to the location to investigate. On further investigation - [Launch 17/22 – 📟 9.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-17-22/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to a person in difficulty in the water off Porthcawl Breakwater. The charity's D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen was launched on service within minutes with three crew onboard. The casualty was taken onboard the lifeboat and returned back to the safety of our launch slipway. The crew gave - [Launch 18/22 – 📟 7.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-18-22/) - As Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were preparing to launch on training exercise with the charity's Landrover and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen, they spotted three children being swept onto jagged rocks at Rhych Point on the eastern side of Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The crew immediately made their way to Rhych point and assisted all - [Launch 19/22 – 📟 8.56am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-19-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of a person in the water at Newton Beach requiring assistance. The charity's D Class lifeboat, Hugo Missen was launched on service and arrived on scene shortly after. The crew assisted a person from the water and then handed the casualty to other emergency services - [Launch 16/22 – 📟 12.48am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-16-22/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of Porthcawl RNLI's Atlantic 85 lifeboat to assist with an incident after a sailing vessel became unsure of its position in the Bristol Channel. - [Launch 15/22 – 📟 7.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-15-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assess the situation with a speedboat reported to have suffered engine failure to the south of Rhych Point. The vessel with two people onboard had requested assistance after experiencing engine failure and had dropped their anchor but this was dragging. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of - [Launch 14/22 – 📟 4.15pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-14-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assess the situation after a sailing vessel reported they had experienced an electrical fault with their engine in light winds off Kenfig Sands (Sker Beach). The vessel which had three people onboard had dropped their anchor whilst waiting further assistance. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the - [Launch 13/22 – 📟 12.39am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-13-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew in the early hours of the morning to assist with a multi-agency incident at Newton. As soon as the crew had launched the charity's D Class Hugo Missen at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) information was received that the situation had been resolved. The lifeboat was recovered and the - [Launch 12/22 – 📟 2.39pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-12-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist two people who had got into difficulties whilst on paddleboards in Newton Bay and got swept onto and stuck on rocks. The casualties had a mobile phone with them in a waterproof pouch and were able to contact the Coastguard on 999 for help. The charity's - [Launch 11/22 – 📟 11.01am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-22/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires to assist a jet ski in difficulty off Summerhouse Point near Llantwit Major. The casualty was taken onboard the lifeboat and the jet ski taken in tow to the slipway at St. Donat's (Atlantic College) in order to be recovered onto - [Launch 9/22 – 📟 2.16pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-9-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist a small fishing boat which had got into difficulties close to shore at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The charity’s D Class lifeboat, D861 Hugo Missen was launched on service along with further crew who proceeded on foot to provide assistance. The boat had filled with water - [Launch 10/22 – 📟 11.43am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist a kite surfer. Porthcawl’s D Class lifeboat was launched on service. The kite surfer was assisted by an RNLI Lifeguard and self rescued shortly before the D Class lifeboat arrived on scene. - [Launch 8/22 – 📟 12.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-8-22-📟-12-20pm/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl's volunteer crew to assist a kite surfer who had experienced difficulties when they got caught out by a drop in the wind. Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and the crew located the casualty who was recovered onto the lifeboat along with their equipment. The - [Launch 7/22 – 📟 3.06pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew to assist with a multi-agency incident at Southerndown. The charity’s D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen was launched on service to assist with the incident. The lifeboat was stood down when its assistance was no longer required and returned back to station. - [Launch 5+6/22 – 📟 3.52pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5-6-22/) - Both Porthcawl's inshore lifeboats were launched once there was sufficient tide in order to tow and manoeuvre the vessel into the shelter of the marina entrance from the earlier launch of Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat. The vessel was taken in tow from The Mumbles Lifeboat and placed alongside the eastern wall as requested by the - [Launch 4/22 – 📟 11.53am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-4-22/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of Porthcawl new D Class lifeboat ‘Hugo Missen’ to assist a vessel which had suffered engine difficulties off Porthcawl whilst on passage towards Bristol. The Mumbles Lifeboat RNLI was also launched to assist with this incident. Due to it being a low spring tide there was no nearby accessible safe - [Launch 2+3/22 – 📟 8.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-3-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew to assist with a multi-agency search at Ogmore By Sea. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Hugo Missen were both launched on service to conduct a search in the area. After a search of around 20 minutes the lifeboats were stood down as - [Launch 1/22 – 📟 12.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-22/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew to assess the situation with a vessel that was reported to have suffered engine difficulties off Porthcawl's breakwater. The relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II was launched on service. Once on scene the helm made the decision that undertaking a tow was necessary and the best way - [Launch 76/21 – 📟 11.09am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-76-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity’s relief D Class lifeboat Super G II following a report a small inflatable boat with two people onboard had suffered engine difficulties off Rhych Point. The lifeboat was requested to launch in order to assess the situation and arrived on scene to find the vessel at anchor whilst - [Launch 74+75/21 – 📟 1.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-74-75-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew after a 999 call was received from a man in the water at Scarweather Sands off Porthcawl. Both Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires and relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II along with The Mumbles Lifeboat Roy Barker IV and a Coastguard helicopter had been - [Launch 73/21 – 📟 3.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-73-21/) - Whilst returning back to the lifeboat station from the earlier service call to Morfa Beach, the volunteer crew spotted a surfer struggling against the current at the point in Rest Bay. The surfer was being dragged in the direction of town. The surfer was offered assistance and taken onboard the lifeboat and was dropped off - [Launch 72/21 – 📟 3.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-72-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s Atlantic 85 along with Port Talbot RNLI’s D Class and the Coastguard Helicopter based at St. Athan following a 999 call with concerns regarding an object that had been seen floating in the water off Morfa Sands (between Sker Point and Port Talbot). After a brief search of the area - [Launch 71/21 – 📟 3.35pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-71-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew to assist with a multi-agency incident on the Vale of Glamorgan coastline. The charity’s relief D Class lifeboat Super G II was launched on service to assist with the incident. Whilst enroute to the scene the incident was successfully resolved and the lifeboat was stood down. - [Launch 69+70/21 – 📟 5.36pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-69-70-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl’s volunteer RNLI crew to assist with a multi-agency search between Porthcawl seafront and Rest Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and the relief D Class lifeboat Super G II were both launched on service to conduct a shoreline search. After a search of around 45 minutes the - [Launch 68/21 – 📟 12.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-68-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew along with Porthcawl Coastguard following a report a surfer had dislocated their shoulder at Rest Bay. The crew made best speed to Rest Bay arriving on scene to find large surf conditions with 5-6 foot clean waves. The crew beached the lifeboat and attempted to locate the surfer who - [Launch 67/21 – 📟 2.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-67-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew along with Porthcawl Coastguard following a report of a capsized kayak in Sandy Bay. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and the crew swiftly located the kayak, however there was no sign of the kayaker in the immediate area in which it - [Launch 66/21 – 📟 7.53pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-66-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew along with Llantwit Major Coastguard following a report that someone was flashing a light to the south eastern side of witches point. There were concerns the person was cut off by the tide and/or in need of assistance. The charity’s Atlantic 85, Rose of the Shires was launched - [Launch 64+65/21 – 📟 6.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-6465-21-📟-6-21pm/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to investigate reports from National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl of a person with young children attempting to cross at the mouth of the river Ogmore. Both lifeboats were launched on service and carried out a search of the area with nothing further found. The lifeboats were stood down - [Launch 63/21 – 📟 4.15pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-63-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires following a report a kite surfer was in difficulty near to Newton Point. The lifeboat was launched in Force 7-8 south westerly winds and transited to the location of the casualty in rough seas. Upon arriving on scene the crew located - [Launch 62/21 – 📟 2.06pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-62-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity’s D Class lifeboat Super G II following a report a stand up paddleboarder was in difficulty around 400m from the shore off Trecco Bay and drifting towards Newton Point. The crew made best speed to the location in strong winds and moderate seas and swiftly located the - [Launch 61/21 – 📟 6.19pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-61-21/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl's volunteer crew following a report a group of 5 teenagers had got cut off by the tide at the Ogmore river and there was concern they may attempt to cross at the river mouth. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service in moderate to rough - [Launch 60/21 – 📟 1.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-60-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report of a Stand Up Paddleboarder (SUP) in difficulty in Newton Bay. The SUP-er was reported to be waving and shouting for help. UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity’s Atlantic 85 and the crew located the casualty clinging to his SUP board approximately 200m from - [Launch 59/21 – 📟 8.14pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-59-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a report of a stand up paddleboarder (SUP) in possible difficulty about a mile off Rest Bay. Winds were offshore at Rest Bay and the tide outgoing. The crew made best speed to the location and went to the area where the SUP was - [Launch 58/21 – 📟 12.24pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-58-21/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew to assess the situation with a motor cruiser that had suffered mechanical failure. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat launched and upon arriving on scene the helm made the decision that undertaking a tow was necessary and the safest way to assist the casualties. The vessel was taken in tow - [Launch 57/21 – 📟 12.37pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-21/) - UK Coastguard paged Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist our RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales colleagues who were providing assistance to a kayaker who'd capsized and lost their paddle off Trecco Bay. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service and took the kayaker and his kayak onboard. The kayaker - [Launch 56/21 – 📟 8.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-56-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to a person in difficulty in the water in Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) around 400m from the shore. The charity’s relief D class lifeboat, Super G II was launched on service and the casualty was swiftly located and assisted to safety. Porthcawl Coastguard also attended the incident. - [Launch 55/21 – 📟 5.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-55-21/) - Porthcawl's volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard after a windsurfer had contacted them reporting he had suffered equipment failure to the south of Newton Point and needed assistance. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose of the Shires was launched on service in moderate seas and force 5 south westerly winds. The crew located the - [Launch 54/21 – 📟 6.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat to assist with a multi agency search for 85 year old missing person, Joseph Hughes. The lifeboat carried out a shoreline search of the area between Rest Bay and Dunraven Bay. Mr. Hughes was last seen at an address in Locks Common Road on - [Launch 53/21 – 📟 10.06am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-53-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat after our RNLI Lifeguard colleagues at Rest Bay had reported two surfers caught in the current on the dropping tide at Rest Bay's point who were being swept in the direction of town as they had arrived to commence their patrol. Volunteers from the - [Launch 52/21 – 📟 7.14am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-52-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew following a report that a safety boat for a triathlon event had got into difficulty in Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). Although the safety boat had resolved the situation prior to the lifeboat launching, with strong winds (and rough seas beyond the shelter of the breakwater) the lifeboat was launched - [Launch 48+49/21 – 📟 7.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-48-49-21/) - Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were requested to launch by UK Coastguard to a yacht with a solo sailor aboard which had suffered engine difficulties off Nash Point whilst on passage to Porthcawl. There was also concern for the medical condition of the sailor aboard the yacht. The crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to locate - [Launch 50+51/21 – 📟 7.06pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-50-51-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew to assist Llantwit Major coastguard team with a climber who had fallen from the cliff near Ogmore and sustained multiple injuries. The coastguard rescue helicopter also attended the incident and winched the casualty and transported them to hospital. A second climber recovered himself back up the cliff with - [Launch 47/21 – 📟 2.36pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-47-21/) - Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew were tasked by UK Coastguard and launched the charity's relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Irene Cornford to assist our colleagues RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales at Ogmore. Two people on stand up paddleboards (SUPs) were struggling in the conditions off Ogmore and being assisted by one of the RNLI lifeguards. All were - [Launch 46/21 – 📟 7.54am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-46-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the charity's relief D Class lifeboat Super G II to a report of two people on inflatable kayaks struggling in the offshore winds and outgoing tide off the seafront in Porthcawl. Upon arriving on scene it was confirmed the kayakers had made it ashore at the seafront opposite Windsor - [Launch 41/21 – 📟 11.40am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-41-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of Porthcawl's relief D Class lifeboat Super G II following a report a stand up paddleboarder had got into difficulty off Newton Point and was being assisted by a paddleboarder. Conditions were calm, sunny with a very light breeze. The D Class arrived on scene and took the paddleboarder and his equipment - [Launch 43/21 – 📟 6.57pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat Irene Cornford following a report a 10 year old child had got into difficulty at the Ogmore river mouth. The lifeboat proceeded at best speed to the location in calm seas arriving on scene to find a father and son in the water who had both - [Launch 44/21 – 📟 7.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-44-21/) - Following the earlier incident at Ogmore river mouth the crew remained on scene for 5-10 minutes doing a quick search of the area to ensure all persons at the river mouth were accounted for and all safely ashore. As the lifeboat returned back to the river mouth they witnessed a father and young child on - [Launch 45/21 – 📟 7.35pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-21/) - Following the incidents at Ogmore river mouth the volunteer crew aboard the Atlantic 85 lifeboat made their way back towards Porthcawl when the crew received a further tasking request from UK Coastguard. Four people on inflatable stand up paddleboards were struggling against the current off the seafront in Porthcawl as they attempted to head back - [Launch 42/21 – 📟 12.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-42-21/) - Immediately following the previous tasking to a SUP at Newton Point UK Coastguard requested the crew investigate a blue object floating approximately 1 mile off Rest Bay which had been reported by Porthcawl NCI. The crew located the object which was a partially deflated inflatable kayak. Given the condition of the kayak and no signs - [Launch 40/21 – 📟 11.52am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew following a report of a person in difficulty in the cove area at Rest Bay. The charity's D Class lifeboat Super G II was launched on service in calm sees and made best speed to the location. The casualty had become trapped by the incoming tide and unable - [Launch 39/21 – 📟 11.31am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-21/) - Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew were tasked by UK Coastguard following a possible sighting of Ollie the springer spaniel by Stand Up Paddleboarders and a kayaker at the base of cliffs in Southerndown. The volunteer crew made best speed to the area and were able to locate Ollie and took him onboard the lifeboat. Ollie seemed - [Launch 38/21 – 📟 8.10am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-21/) - Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew were tasked by UK Coastguard after a report Ollie the springer spaniel had gone into the water off Newton Beach and not returned to shore. The charity’s relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II was launched on service. The crew carried out a thorough search of the area Ollie was last - [Launch 37/21 – 📟 2.40pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-37-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew following a report a jet ski and its rider had become separated off Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity's relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Irene Cornford was launched on service and the crew made best speed to the location, finding the jet ski positioned half way between Dunraven Bay and Tusker - [Launch 36/21 – 📟 8.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-36-21/) - As the volunteer crew prepared to depart Ogmore By Sea after dropping all the casualties ashore from the earlier service call (launch 34 & 35 / 2021) they were alerted to five further people cut off by the tide on the Newton side of the Ogmore river. The D Class crew onboard the charity's relief - [Launch 32+33/21 – 📟 6.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-32-33-21/) - When one of the Atlantic 85 crew went ashore at Hardy's Bay in Ogmore By Sea to speak with the first informant of launch 30 of 2021 a separate person came forward to the crew member asking for help to find their missing child who was last seen in the water 30 minutes previous. The - [Launch 34+35/21 – 📟 7.44pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-35-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew after they had received a report from Porthcawl NCI that a large group of people were cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The tide was still incoming with an hour and a half until high water. The crew had just finished washing down and refueling the - [Launch 30/21 – 📟 5.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-21/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard and tasked to launch both our lifeboats to two separate incidents. The relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Irene Cornford was tasked to assist a father and son on a kayak and SUP between Ogmore and Southerndown following a 999 call from the concerned wife/mother of the pair. The relief - [Launch 31/21 – 📟 5.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-21/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard and tasked to launch both our lifeboats to two separate incidents. The relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II was requested to assist RNLI lifeguards with a missing child search at Trecco Bay. The relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Irene Cornford was tasked to check on the welfare of - [Launch 29/21 – 📟 1.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-29-21/) - UK coastguard tasked our volunteer crew after concerns were raised for a female seen entering the water at Temple Bay, Southerndown. The charity's relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Irene Cornford was launched on service with three crew onboard. The coastguard helicopter from St Athan and Llantwit Major coastguard team were also tasked to investigate. Llantwit Major - [Launch 28/21 – 📟 6.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-28-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist three people in difficulty in the water at Ogmore river mouth. The team from Llantwit Major Coastguard were also tasked to the incident. The charity’s relief Atlantic 85 lifeboat Irene Cornford was launched on service making best speed to the river mouth. As the lifeboat proceeded to - [Launch 20+21/21 – 📟 3.06pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-21-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist a vessel aground on rocks at Newton. Both of the charity's lifeboats, D Class Super G II and Atlantic 85 Irene Cornford were launched on service. The D class lifeboat was first on scene and dropped a crew member onto the rocks close to the casualty vessel - [Launch 22/21 – 📟 6.42am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-22-21/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew following a report a surfer had been caught in the strong current and swept around the point at Rest Bay. The charity’s D Class lifeboat, Super G II was launched and located the surfer off Hutchwns Point. The surfer was taken onboard the lifeboat and due to the state - [Launch 23+24/21 – 📟 12.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-23-24-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist a boat which had suffered engine difficulties off the seafront at Porthcawl and was being swept towards rocks by the wind and tide. Both the charity's D Class Super G II and Atlantic 85 Irene Cornford were launched to assist. The D Class lifeboat towed the boat clear - [Launch 26/21 – 📟 8.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew following a report of a person cut off by the tide and stuck on rocks at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The charity's D Class Super G II carried out a shoreline search and found nobody in difficulty. The team from Llantwit Coastguard were soon advised the person had self recovered and - [Launch 25/21 – 📟 3.16pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-25-21/) - D Class Super G II was launched to assist with a multiagency incident to assist a casualty at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The casualty was transferred to a land ambulance. The health crisis has hit our income hard. Lockdown halted the fundraising events we rely on to power our lifesaving service. Support our volunteer crew - [Launch 27/21 – 📟 1.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-27-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to two stand up paddleboarders some distance off shore. Having entered the water at Rest Bay the two paddleboarders were being swept out by the wind and tide. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat Irene Cornford was launched on service locating the paddleboarders approximately 1 nautical mile south west of - [Launch 19/21 – 📟 5.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-19-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew to assist with the extraction of a casualty in a multi-agency incident at Box Bay in the cove area of Rest Bay. The casualty had fallen and sustained ankle injuries along with a possible lower back injury and due to the fast incoming tide the extraction was time - [Launch 18/21 – 📟 1.15am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-18-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew to assist with a multi-agency search in the Newton Point area. The charity's relief D Class lifeboat, Super G II was launched on service to conduct a shoreline search. The health crisis has hit our income hard. Lockdown halted the fundraising events we rely on to power our - [Launch 17/21 – 📟 6.14pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-17-21/) - Porthcawl's volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to assist two teenagers who were cut off by the incoming tide and stranded on a large rock to the east side of Newton Point. The charity's D Class lifeboat, Super G II was launched on service with 3 crew onboard and made best speed to the - [Launch 16/21 – 📟 5.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-16-21/) - As the crew prepared to head home from the lifeboat station from the previous launch the pagers sounded again and the crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to a further incident. This time a report had been received from Porthcawl NCI that there were people cut off by the tide in Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The - [Launch 15/21 – 📟 4.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-15-21/) - As the Atlantic 85 lifeboat was washed down for a second time a further tasking was received from UK Coastguard. This time the Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched to a 13 year old boy on a bodyboard being swept out by the offshore winds at Rest Bay. The boy was located clinging to his - [Launch 14/21 – 📟 4.11pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-14-21/) - A further tasking came from UK Coastguard as the lifeboats were rehoused within the lifeboat station for two surfers struggling against offshore winds at Rest Bay. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was relaunched within minutes and made its way to Rest Bay. The crew located the two surfers who were slowly making some progress back to - [Launch 13/21 – 📟 3.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-13-21/) - As the crew of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat made their way back to Porthcawl from the earlier launch to Ogmore by Sea they were flagged down by a windsurfer who had suffered equipment failure with a broken boom in Newton Bay. The casualty was taken onboard the Atlantic 85 lifeboat along with his equipment and - [Launch 11+12/21 – 📟 2.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-12-21/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard following a report that there were people in the water along with a Stand Up Paddleboard being swept out to sea off Ogmore By Sea. Both the charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires and D Class lifeboat Super G II were launched. As the crew arrived on scene they - [Launch 8+9/21 – 📟 2.15am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-8-9-21/) - Both lifeboats were launched at the request of UK Coastguard in the early hours of the morning to assist with a multi-agency incident on the Vale of Glamorgan coastline. - [Launch 10/21 – 📟 12.15pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-21/) - Our volunteer crew launched the Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose Of The Shires to a report of two people on a Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) struggling to return to shore in strong Easterly winds (offshore) at Rest Bay. The lifeboat made best speed to the location and located the casualties approximately 150m off the beach. One - [Launch 7/21 – 📟 8.28pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-21/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat to assist with a multi-agency search for a missing person in the Sker Beach area. After a search of around 2 hours the lifeboat was stood down as the person was located safe and well by land based search teams. - [Launch 6/21 – 📟 6.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6-21/) - Our volunteer crew onboard our Atlantic 85 lifeboat were diverted from their training exercise off Porthcawl seafront at 6.25pm by UK Coastguard. Porthcawl NCI had reported a surfer who had been swept around the point at Rest Bay on the incoming tide and was now out of view of their CCTV camera. The lifeboat made - [Launch 5/21 – 📟 7.07pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5-21/) - UK Coastguard requested our volunteer crew divert from their training exercise after two people had contacted them to advise they were cut off by the tide between Tresilian Bay and Summerhouse Point. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Rose Of The Shires was off Ogmore and the crew made best speed to the area to commence a - [Tasking – 📟 2.38pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-tasking-2-38pm/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to provide assistance to Porthcawl Coastguard with a casualty reported to be having a heart attack on Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The casualty was swiftly extracted to a land ambulance and transferred to hospital. We wish the casualty a speedy recovery. - [Launch 4/21 – 📟 6.49pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-4-21/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist two people cut off by the incoming tide at Temple Bay, Southerndown. The charity's D Class lifeboat, Super G II was launched and made best speed to the location. Once on scene large swell conditions and dumping waves meant extraction by the lifeboat would have been too - [Launch 3/21 – 📟 7.37pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-21/) - Porthcawl's volunteer crew were tasked at 7.37pm to assist 4 teenage girls who were trapped on the Porthcawl side of the Ogmore river. The girls had been located near to the river mouth by the team from Llantwit Major Coastguard and were cold as temperatures had dropped significantly as darkness fell. Having set out earlier - [Launch 1+2/21 – 📟 4.16pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-and-2-21/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew following a report that there were people possibly cut off by the tide at Witches Point, Southerndown. Both the charity's D Class and Atlantic 85 lifeboats were launched on service and the team from Llantwit Major Coastguard were also tasked. When the crew arrived on scene at Witches Point - [Launch 45/20 – 📟 4.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to search for an overdue kayaker following concerns for their safety. The kayaker had been due to paddle the coastline between Ogmore By Sea and Dunraven Bay but hadn’t confirmed to their contact that they had returned safely. With time of the essence due to falling light and a - [Launch 44/20 – 📟 11.25am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-44-20/) - Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew were diverted from a training exercise by UK Coastguard and asked to attend Rest Bay to a report of surfers being swept around the point. As the lifeboat arrived on scene the crew spotted the surfers climbing out onto rocks in the cove area. Once it was confirmed all surfers were - [Launch 43/20 – 📟 1.11pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-20/) - Porthcawl's volunteer RNLI crew were tasked by UK Coastguard following a report which had been received from Porthcawl NCI of a windsurfer who appeared to be in difficulties off Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service in moderate to rough seas with wind gusts of up to - [Launch 41+42/20 – 📟 6.55pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-41-42-20/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard immediately after the previous call to conduct a search as part of a multi-agency incident in the area of Sandy Bay. Both lifeboats conducted a search of the area in the dark with some fairly large swell rolling into the bay alongside the Coastguard Helicopter, Porthcawl Coastguard - [Launch 40/20 – 📟 6.38pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-20/) - Porthcawl's volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to assist two surfers who had been swept onto rocks close to the marina entrance. The charity's D class lifeboat was launched and both casualties were recovered onto the D Class and transferred to the slipway. To support Porthcawl RNLI with a donation visit: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/porthcawl-rnli - [Launch 39/20 – 📟 1.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-20/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew to assist a Personal Water Craft (PWC) with two people onboard which had broken down off Porthcawl seafront. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat 'Rose of the Shires' was launched on service. The crew located the PWC and its two occupants near to Fairy Buoy and the PWC was taken - [Launch 38/20 – 📟 5.32pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-20/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to a report of a paddleboarder in difficulty in the area of Ogmore Deeps. The charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat 'Rose of the Shires' was launched on service making best speed to the location in relatively calm seas with strong north easterly winds. The crew located the two casualties, a father and - [Launch 37/20 – 📟 5.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-37-20/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat to provide assistance with a multi-agency incident on the Vale of Glamorgan coastline. - [Launch 36/20 – 📟 6.53pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-36-20/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat to a report a fisherman was cut off by the tide at Sker Point. The relief D Class lifeboat 'Super G II' was launched on service in calm conditions and made best speed to the location to the western side of Sker Point. The crew - [Launch 35/20 – 📟 6.03pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-35-20/) - Atlantic 85 lifeboat 'Rose of the Shires' was launched on service just after 6pm on Saturday evening following multiple 999 calls to UK Coastguard for a kite surfer in difficulty at Southerndown. Our volunteer crew made best speed to the scene in rough seas. As the crew arrived on scene updated information from the first - [Launch 34/20 – 📟 4.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-20/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat ‘Rose Of The Shires’ was launched on service at 4.34pm on Sunday following a report a motor cruiser had hit an underwater object, between Porthcawl and Lynmouth. The RNLI Ilfracombe Shannon class lifeboat 'The Barry and Peggy High Foundation' was also launched and both lifeboats made best speed towards Lynmouth in - [Launch 32+33/20 – 📟 3.48pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-32-33-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked our crew to the aid of a dog walker who had slipped on rocks at Newton Beach. Our volunteer crew onboard our D Class lifeboat were first to arrive on scene, locating the casualty between Newton Slipway and Ogmore River. The crew provided casualty care for a suspected broken leg and ankle - [Launch 31/20 – 📟 3.20pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-20/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard immediately following previous incident to investigate a group of people cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. With tide nearing high water and no immediate danger to the group the tasking was to check on their welfare and intentions. Once on scene at Dunraven Bay a crew member swam - [Launch 30/20 – 📟 2.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-20/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to assist a broken down power driven vessel at Sandy Bay. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service to the vessel which had suffered engine difficulties. The vessel was taken under tow by the lifeboat back into Porthcawl Marina. - [Launch 29/20 – 📟 8.29pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-29-20/) - D Class lifeboat launched to investigate a report of people half way up a cliff face between Ogmore and Southerndown. Upon arrival at scene the D Class crew were able to establish the group were climbers and had abseiled down and were intending to climb back up the cliff face. With no assistance required by - [Launch 27+28/20 – 📟 9.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-27-28-20/) - Both lifeboats launched on service to assist with a multi agency incident in the Porthcawl harbour area. All was resolved and the lifeboats were stood down at 11.30pm and returned to station to be made ready for service. - [Launch 26/20 – 📟 6.45pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-20/) - A launch request came as the crew washed and disinfected the lifeboats and equipment following the previous call. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service to a report that a RIB had become fouled on a marker buoy attached to fishing equipment off Newton Point. The sunlight had made it difficult to spot the - [Launch 24+25/20 – 📟 5.15pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-24-25-20/) - Launched at the request of UK Coastguard to people reported to be cut off by the tide in Dunraven Bay. The call had been made to the Coastguard from Porthcawl NCI. Both lifeboats were launched on service but upon arriving at Dunraven Bay it was established the casualties had self rescued. The lifeboats were stood - [Launch 22/20 – 📟 1.47pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-22-20/) - Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat was launched to a multi agency incident in the Vale of Glamorgan area. The lifeboat was stood down and returned to station shortly after arriving at scene as the incident was resolved. - [Launch 23/20 – 📟 4.32pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-23-20/) - The D Class lifeboat 'Super G II' was launched on service with three crew members aboard to two casualties who were cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay, Southerndown. The 999 call to UK Coastguard had been made by one of the Llantwit Major Coastguard team who had spotted the two people and their - [Launch 20+21/20 – 📟 10.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-21-20/) - Both lifeboats launched on service to assist Police and Porthcawl Coastguard for a search for a missing person in the Newton beach area. Casualty located on the beach and confirmed by a crew member who went ashore. The casualty was escorted back to Newton slipway. - [Launch 18/20 – 📟 8.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-18-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew in response to concerns a number of people were attempting to cross at the river mouth of the Ogmore River. Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat was launched as a preventative action but was initially stood down whilst heading to the scene due to concerns that there was a large gathering - [Launch 19/20 – 📟 8.25pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-19-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat whilst enroute to Ogmore River for a preventative safety action to a report of a dinghy drifting out to sea at Sandy Bay. The D Class returned to Sandy Bay in order to search for and locate the dinghy. In calm seas with good visibility the dinghy could - [Launch 17/20 – 📟 4.44pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-17-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew following concerns for a swimmer near Rhych Point. The swimmer was taken onboard the D Class lifeboat and returned to the beach at Sandy Bay. - [Launch 16/20 – 📟 5.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-16-20/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was returning from an earlier call when it received an immediate tasking to two swimmers in difficulty who were being assisted by off duty lifeguards at Rhych Point. The lifeboat made best speed to the location. When the lifeboat arrived on scene the casualties were both being supported by an off - [Launch 15/20 – 📟 4.22pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-15-20/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 following a report a kayaker was in difficulty between Ogmore and Tusker Rock. In calm seas and hot weather the crew conducted a through search of the area and spoke to a number of other water users but did not locate any casualties requiring assistance. Once - [Launch 14/20 – 📟 7.09pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-14-20/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat following multiple reports of 2 swimmers caught in the current at the end of the breakwater. When the lifeboat arrived on scene the crew spoke to the swimmers however they refused the assistance of the crew being confident they could get back to the slipway. - [Launch 13/20 – 📟 0.44am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-13-20/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to assist police and Llantwit Major Coastguard with a stranded person at the mouth of the River Ogmore. Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat, Jean Ryall was launched on service. The person was recovered onto the lifeboat and transferred to the Ogmore side of the river where care was handed over to police and the Coastguard - [Launch 12/20 – 📟 8.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-12-20/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service following a tasking request from UK Coastguard. The Coastguard had received a report of an object floating over 500m off Irongate Point that resembled two people possibly on kayaks. Initially Porthcawl Coastguard Team responded to investigate but with the object being some distance off the shore and - [Launch 11/20 – 📟 6.47am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-20/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to a kayaker who had capsized between Newton and Tusker Rock and been unable to get back onto his kayak. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service locating the kayaker, taking him onboard the lifeboat along with his friend. The kayakers had a means for calling for help which had - [Launch 10/20 – 📟 3.03pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-10-20/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat to a report of a swimmer in difficulty at Trecco Bay. The swimmer had made it to shore requiring no further assistance shortly before the D Class lifeboat arrived on scene. The lifeboat returned to station where it was made ready for service. - [Launch 8+9/20 – 📟 4.07pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-8-9-20/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats to assist with a multiagency search in the Porthcawl area. All was satisfactorily resolved after around 45 minutes of searching and the lifeboats were rehoused and made ready for service. - [Launch 7/20 – 📟 2.46pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew and Porthcawl Coastguard Team to a report of a person in difficulty around the point at Rest Bay. On arrival on scene, the coastguard team met with the first informant who advised them that the person had just made it ashore and did not require any medical assistance. Our - [Launch 5/20 – 📟 1.09pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5-20/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to a windsurfer in difficulty in Newton Bay. The inital report had come from Porthcawl NCI. The D Class lifeboat was launched on service and located the casualty who had suffered equipment failure. The casualty and his equipment were taken onboard the lifeboat and transferred to Newton Beach where - [Launch 6/20 – 📟 1.17pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6-20/) - Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to assist with a multi agency incident in the Vale of Glamorgan area. - [Launch 3+4/20 – 📟 6.02pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-4-20/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to a report 2 people were cut off by the incoming tide at Southerndown. The casualties were disorientated and unsure of their exact location. Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service to search for the casualties. The Atlantic 85 crew located the - [Launch 2/20 – 📟 11.22am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-2020/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to assist a casualty who had fallen from a horse close to the waters edge near the Ogmore river mouth. Our crew were first to arrive on scene onboard the charity's Atlantic 85 lifeboat and provided casualty care, treating for possible spinal injuries until further assistance arrived. - [Launch 1/20 – 📟 3.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-20/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to a surfer in difficulty on the Vale of Glamorgan coastline. A surfer had been swept around a headland by a rip current and was trapped by the tide against cliffs. Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service for the first time of the year and - [Launch 98+99/19 – 📟 5.01am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-9899-19/) - Our volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard to join RNLI Port Talbot’s D Class lifeboat in a search for a fishing boat which had encountered engine difficulties and been swept onto the shore. Both Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service to join the search in the dark. It was not possible - [Launch 97/19 – 📟 3.52pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/launch-97-19-📟-3-52pm/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard following a report 2 surfers were struggling against the current and being swept around Hutchwns Point from Rest Bay. As the lifeboat arrived on scene we found both surfers had made it out onto the rocks. Our colleagues from Porthcawl Coastguard who were also on scene assisted the surfers - [Launch 95+96/19 – 📟 1.56pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-9596-19/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to a group of 6 people and 2 dogs who were cut off by the tide at Nash Point. The group had walked from Llantwit Major along the coast and found themselves cut off as they reached the final part of their walk. They contacted UK Coastguard - [Launch 93/19 – 📟 3.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-93-19/) - Our Atlantic 85, Rose Of The Shires was launched on service to a report a surfer had been swept around the point at Rest Bay. UK Coastguard had been alerted to the incident by the National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl who were monitoring the situation on their CCTV camera and relaying the footage to the UK Coastguard - [Launch 94/19 – 📟 11.40am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-94-19/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to conduct a search off Ogmore By Sea to investigate reports of an object in the water. The crew launched our Atlantic 85 lifeboat and whilst searching the area located numerous large logs, trees etc. Following a search of around 20 minutes with nothing of concern located - [Launch 86/19 – 📟 2.05pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-86-19/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched in strong wind and rough seas following a report a windsurfer was in difficulty off Newton Point. The lifeboat made best speed in the conditions conducting a search of the area. No windsurfer was found to be in difficulty and it was confirmed the windsurfer had made it safely - [Launch 87+88/19 – 📟 3.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-87-88-19/) - The Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service following a report a fisherman had been swept out to sea at Ogmore River mouth. Our volunteer crews arrived on scene to find the person had been assisted from the water onto the beach by bystanders. The crew provided casualty care until arrival of - [Launch 91+92/19 – 📟 6.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-91-92-19/) - Both Porthcawl lifeboats were launched to assist with a multi agency incident in the Vale of Glamorgan area. - [Launch 89+90/19 – 📟 4.44pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-89-90-19/) - Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard following reports that a film crew of 12 people were cut off by the tide at Southerndown. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat and Llantwit Major Coastguard Team arrived on scene simultaneously and were quickly able to establish that the group were not cut - [Launch 84+85/19 – 📟 7.34pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-84-85-19/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard to conduct a search after a report of a person in the water at Newton Point. Following a search along with Porthcawl Coastguard Team, the Coastguard Helicopter and Police the call was deemed to be a false alarm and all search units were stood down. Our lifeboats returned - [Launch 83/19 – 📟 10.50am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-83-19/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew earlier today following a report of a swimmer who was in difficulty in Sandy Bay. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service and arrived on scene to find the swimmer had made it into shallower water. A crew member left the boat to assist the swimmer from the - [Launch 82/19 – 📟 4.24pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-82-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to a broken down fishing boat with two people onboard near the Kenfig Patches buoy. The boat was taken under tow and back to the Afan River where they’d launched from. - [Launch 76/19 – 📟 3.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-76-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist a sailing yacht with engine difficulties off Porthcawl breakwater. Before the lifeboat was launched the yacht got pinned against the breakwater but was swept clear by the wind and tide. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service and once the lifeboat was alongside the yacht two - [Launch 80+81/19 – 📟 4.58pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-8081-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to a person in the water. Initial information was unclear as to whether the location was Newton Point or Rhych Point. Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service and were able to establish the location of the casualty was Rhych Point where the casualty - [Launch 78+79/19 – 📟 7.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7879-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to a report of a person cut off by the tide south east of Witches Point. Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service and conducted a search of the area along with Llantwit Major Coastguard and Coastguard Helicopter 187 which was returning to its - [Launch 77/19 – 📟 6.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-77-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to two children reported to be in difficulty at Trecco Bay. The D Class lifeboat was launched on service but was stood down shortly after launching when it was established the children were safely ashore. - [Launch 74+75/19 – 📟 9.42am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7475-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats to assist with a multi-agency search close inshore. - [Launch 73/19 – 📟 7.32pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-73-19/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was diverted from its training exercise following a report of a group of people attempting to cross the Ogmore River by a concerned resident of Ogmore By Sea. The crew searched the area along with Llantwit Major Coastguard Team with no persons found to be in any danger located. The lifeboat - [Launch 71+72/19 – 📟 2.49pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-7172-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of both of Porthcawl's lifeboats to assist with a multi agency incident close inshore. - [Launch 69+70/19 – 📟 7.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6970-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist a group of 14 people cut off by the tide on the Porthcawl side of the Ogmore River. A concerned member of the public had contacted the coastguard as they were worried the group may attempt to cross the river. Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class - [Launch 68/19 – 📟 3.33pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-68-19/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was tasked by UK Coastguard to persons in the water near Witches Point. The lifeboat arrived on scene to find the casualties had been recovered by our RNLI lifeguard colleagues. The crew were stood down and returned to station. - [Launch 67/19 – 📟 2.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-67-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat to assist with a multi agency incident. The incident was resolved as the lifeboat arrived on scene and the crew were stood down, returning to station. - [Launch 66/19 – 📟 7.22pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-66-19/) - UK requested the launch of the D Class lifeboat following a report by a member of the public of a swimmer with an orange float a long way off shore at Sandy Bay, out passed the pier. The D class was tasked to locate the swimmer and check all was well. Whilst searching for the - [Launch 65/19 – 📟 7.22pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-65-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a report of two swimmers struggling in large swell at Southerndown. Whilst the lifeboat was making its way to Southerndown information was passed that the swimmers were safely ashore and the lifeboat was retasked to assist the D Class with an ongoing incident at - [Launch 64/19 – 📟 6.13pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-64-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a report of three swimmers struggling in large swell and the current at Hutchwns Point. All three swimmers managed to get to safety shortly before the Atlantic 85 lifeboat arrived on scene and the lifeboat was stood down. - [Launch 62+63/19 – 📟 4.29pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6263-19/) - Both lifeboats were launched to conduct separate searches for missing children last seen in the water. Two children were missing at Rest Bay and one child at Sandy Bay. The Atlantic 85 assisted with the search at Rest Bay whilst the D Class assisted with the search at Sandy Bay. All children were found safe - [Launch 60+61/19 – 📟 8.43pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6061-19/) - Both lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard to a report of two people in difficulty at Ogmore by Sea. The crew arrived on scene to find a father and 10 year old son had been assisted from the water by a surfer in fairly large surf conditions. Both casualties were found to be suffering the - [Launch 58+59/19 – 📟 5.18pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5859-19/) - Both lifeboats were launched to conduct a search following a report of a missing child at Trecco Bay last seen in the water. Following a short search the child was found safe and well on the beach and the lifeboats were stood down. - [Launch 57/19 – 📟 3.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-57-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat to 2 persons with an inflatable lilo west of Ogmore River. They were attempting to swim after it as it was being blown out to sea and were monitored by Porthcawl NCI on their coastal surveillance cameras. Both persons managed to make it back to - [Launch 55+56/19 – 📟 9.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5556-19/) - Both lifeboats launched to a multi agency incident and were stood down once all was resolved. - [Launch 54/19 – 📟 7.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-54-19/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to assist with a multi agency incident at Kenfig Sands. Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat launched to assist. - [Launch 53/19 – 📟 1.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-53-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a report of an inflatable dinghy with two people onboard who were attempting to paddle out to fairy buoy. The report had come from Porthcawl NCI who were monitoring the situation. Both people were brought onboard the lifeboat and returned to the beach at - [Launch 51+52/19 – 📟 6.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-5152-19/) - Porthcawl’s volunteer crew were tasked to two personal watercraft’s (PWC’s) half way between Porthcawl and Lynmouth. One PWC had suffered steering failure whilst the other was likely to run out of fuel due to the extra strain caused by towing the stricken PWC back to Porthcawl. Sea conditions were moderate/choppy and wind NW force 4. - [Launch 50/19 – 📟 3.17pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-50-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat to check on a group of seven people cut off by the tide at Dunraven Bay. All were happy to stay in their location until the tide receded. The D Class returned to station with no further assistance given. - [Launch 49/19 – 📟 8.26pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-49-19/) - Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat was launched on service on Friday evening to two people cut off by the tide to the east of Dunraven Bay. The two were out on a first date which didn't quite go to plan. After a walk along the coast near Southerndown they found themselves trapped by the incoming tide. - [Launch 48/19 – 📟 2.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-48-19/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to assist with a multi agency incident. Porthcawl's D Class lifeboat launched to assist. - [Launch 47/19 – 📟 8.13pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-47-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to a swimmer believed to be in difficulty in the Rest Bay area. The lifeboat was stood down shortly after launch with the call being a false alarm with good intent. - [Launch 46/19 – 📟 4.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-46-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to two paddleboarders off Newton Point. Having originally left the beach at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) they were unable to get back against the tide and were being assisted by an RNLI lifeguard. The two paddleboarders and RNLI lifeguard were taken onboard the lifeboat and - [Launch 45/19 – 📟 6.07pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-19/) - Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to a swimmer in difficulties at the end of the pier. The swimmer was being swept out to sea by the strong current swirling around the end of the pier due to the outgoing tide. He was being supported by a fisherman from above using a net connected to - [Launch 44/19 – 📟 5.11pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-44-19/) - Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to assist a speed boat which had an issue with its fuel pump. The speed boat was taken under tow and back to the slipway. - [Launch 43/19 – 📟 7.21pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-43-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 as part of a multi agency search incident. - [Launch 42/19 – 📟 7.01pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-42-19/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard to rescue a Jack Russell named Lily. Lily had been missing for over 3 hours from the Nottage area of Porthcawl before she was spotted by National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl stranded on rocks by the green pole near the entrance of Porthcawl marina. With the tide coming in the rocks would be - [Launch 41/19 – 📟 2.22pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-41-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the D Class lifeboat to assist with a multi agency incident. - [Launch 40/19 – 📟 8.12pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-40-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a report from a concerned member of the public regarding two paddleboarders off Newton Point. The paddleboarders appeared to be struggling in the conditions. The lifeboat arrived on scene to find the paddleboarders were now making good progress back towards Ogmore by sea and - [Launch 39/19 – 📟 1.08pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-39-19/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to a kite surfer who had got into difficulty near Newton Point. The incident had been reported to UK Coastguard by National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl with footage from their surveillance CCTV relayed to the operations room. The D Class lifeboat was launched and quickly arriving on scene to - [Launch 38/19 – 📟 1.10pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-38-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat to a 23ft yacht 2.5Nm south west of Porthcawl with three people onboard. The yacht was struggling against the tide under sail and had engine difficulties. Our volunteer crew made best speed to the last known location of the casualty vessel in moderate to rough - [Launch 36+37/19 – 📟 6.58pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-36-37-19/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats to persons believed to be cut off by tide between St Donats Bay and Tresillian Bay. Area searched alongside our colleagues from Llantwit Major Coastguard with no person found to be in difficulty. If you see see someone in difficulty on the coast dial 999 and ask - [Launch 34+35/19 – 📟 1.54pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-34-35-19/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard to a yacht aground at Llantwit Major Beach. Both lifeboats attended and provided assistance to those onboard the yacht. The yacht was refloated by towing it clear of the shore on the incoming tide. Our colleagues from Llantwit Major Coastguard also attended to assist with the incident. - [Launch 31/19 – 📟 2.41pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-31-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked our volunteer crew to assist three kayakers who were struggling against the tide and wind North of Tusker Rock. The kayakers were being monitored on CCTV by National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl with the footage relayed to the UK Coastguard operations room. The kayakers had been observed struggling to make their way back to - [Launch 32+33/19 – 📟 11.10am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-32-33-19/) - Both lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard to conduct a search off the seafront following a report of an object in the water. The lifeboats searched the area and noted several logs, branches and a porpoise. With nothing further of concern noted the lifeboats were stood down and returned to their training exercises. - [Launch 30/19 – 📟 11.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-30-19/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl and The Mumbles RNLI volunteer crews to the aid of a 9 metre yacht which had reportedly run aground at Sker Point, Porthcawl. The yacht with 2 people onboard was immediately assisted by Porthcawl Lifeboat until the Mumbles Lifeboat arrived on scene. The Mumbles All Weather Lifeboat escorted the - [Launch 25/19 – 📟 6.50pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-25-19/) - The D Class was returning to station from an earlier callout and spotted a man and his dog in the river mouth at Ogmore who appeared to be in difficulty. They were being swept upstream by the incoming tide. He waved to request assistance from the lifeboat. He had been attempting to cross the river and had - [Launch 18/19 – 📟 7.03pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-18-2019/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to a surfer caught in the rip current at Rest Bay. He had been swept around the point in a South Easterly direction towards town. The lifeboat was quickly on scene and found the surfer approximately 150 metres offshore of the cove area of Rest Bay being assisted by - [Launch 28+29/19 – 📟 9.30pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-28-29-19/) - We were tasked by UK Coastguard to a group of 7 people who found themselves stuck on the Porthcawl side of the Ogmore river near the water treatment works. Working with our colleagues from Llantwit Major Coastguard they were able to gain access to the road bridge and get the casualties safely to the Ogmore - [Launch 26+27/19 – 📟 5.22pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-26-27-19/) - Whilst out on a training exercise we were tasked by UK Coastguard to a casualty with a dislocated knee at Rest Bay. The lifeboat was first on scene and crew members provided casualty care. On arrival of our colleagues from Porthcawl Coastguard it became necessary to move the casualty due to the incoming tide and - [Launch 23+24/19 – 📟 6.00pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-23-24-19/) - Our volunteers were tasked by UK Coastguard and launched both lifeboats following a call to report multiple persons cut off by the tide at Southerndown. The lifeboats were launched to locate and assist the casualties. Upon arriving on scene the lifeboats found the persons weren't actually cut off at that point in time and with assistance from - [Launch 21+22/19 – 📟 9.49pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-21-22-19/) - Both our lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard to persons cut off by the tide near Ogmore By Sea. The crew picked the casualties up who had lit a fire to signal their location to the lifeboats. They were handed over to our colleagues from Llantwit Major Coastguard to be transferred back to their car. - [Launch 20/19 – 📟 4.19pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-20-19/) - Our volunteers were tasked by UK Coastguard and launched the D Class lifeboat to people who had been caught in a current and swept onto rocks at the entrance of Porthcawl Marina. Our colleagues from RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales (who are patrolling Sandy Bay and Trecco Bay beaches over the Easter weekend) had made - [Launch 19/19 – 📟 1.31pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-19-19/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard and launched the Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a call from a concerned member of the public who had seen a loan kayaker going onto Tusker Rock. The lifeboat was tasked along with Llantwit Major Coastguard to investigate and establish the kayaker was safe, well and required no - [Launch 17/19 – 📟 9.00am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-17-2019/) - Our volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard following a report of two surfers caught in the rip current and swept around the point at Rest Bay. The crew arrived on scene to find the surfers climbing out of the water onto rocks in the cove area of Rest Bay. Information regarding their location was - [Launch 15+16/19 – 📟 10.25am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1516-2019/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard whilst out on training exercise to assist a yacht which had made a Pan Pan call after suffering engine difficulties in Sandy Bay. The yacht was taken under tow and into Porthcawl Marina. Both lifeboats assisted the yacht through the marina gate - [Launch 13+14/19 – 📟 12.21am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1314-2019/) - Both Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were involved in a multi agency search in the Trecco Bay area following a tasking request by UK Coastguard. - [Launch 12/19 – 📟 1.42pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-12-19-1-42pm/) - The D Class lifeboat was launched to a multi agency incident at Ogmore By Sea following a tasking request by UK Coastguard. - [Launch 11/19 – 📟 11.50am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-11-19-11-50am/) - Atlantic 85 launched to a broken down vessel off Nash Point. The lifeboat stood by to ensure the casualty vessel wasn’t dragging anchor and require further assistance until our colleagues from Barry Dock RNLI arrived on scene. Casualty vessel was towed back to Barry. - [Launch 9+10/19 – 📟 8.21am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-910-19-8-21am/) - Both Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard as part of a multi-agency search in the Porthcawl area. - [Launch 7+8/19 – 📟 9.16am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-78-19-9-16am/) - Both Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard as part of a multi-agency search. - [Launch 6/19 – 📟 10.43am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-6-19-10-43am/) - Porthcawl's volunteer crew were tasked whilst out on training exercise to a casualty at Kenfig Sands (Sker Beach) who had injured their ankle whilst out running. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat proceeded to the scene and commenced a shoreline search to locate the casualty. Coastguard rescue teams from Porthcawl and Port Talbot were also tasked to - [Launch 4+5/19 – 📟 6.38pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-45-19-6-38pm/) - Both Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were tasked by UK Coastguard to conduct shoreline and parallel track searches as part of a multi agency incident. - [Launch 3/19 - 📟 3.39pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-3-19-3-39pm/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service following a report of a Stand Up Paddleboarder struggling in the rip current at the point in Rest Bay. Our colleagues at Porthcawl Coastguard were also tasked to the incident and as we were arriving on scene they established that the casualty had managed to make it - [Launch 2/19 – 📟 9.58am](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-2-19-9-58am/) - The D Class lifeboat was tasked by UK Coastguard to investigate an object in the water approximately half a mile south east of Porthcawl Point. The volunteer crew arrived on scene to find a log in the water, the tasking being a false alarm with good intent. If you have concerns regarding something you have - [Launch 1/19 – 📟 2.11pm](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-1-19-2-11pm/) - The Atlantic 85 was launched on service, being tasked by UK Coastguard to conduct an expanding square search to the south of Porthcawl. The lifeboat conducted a thorough search of the area and found no evidence of anyone in trouble. At this point we were stood down as UK Coastguard had made further enquiries and - [Launch 106+107/18 – 📟 16.32](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-106-107-18-16-32/) - Both lifeboats launched on service to conduct a search. All resolved and lifeboats were stood down and returned to station. - [Launch 108/18 – 📟 10.30](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-108-18-10-30/) - Whilst on training exercise our volunteer crew onboard our Atlantic 85 lifeboat were flagged down by a windsurfer to the east of Hutchwns Point. He was experiencing difficulties due to the tide and wind conditions and unable to get back to Sandy Bay. The crew took him and his kit onboard the lifeboat and dropped - [Launch 105/18 – 📟 13.40](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-launch-105-18-13-40/) - Porthcawl's Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched following a report of persons cut off by the tide at Newton Point. UK Coastguard had been alerted to the incident by Porthcawl NCI who had seen someone attempting to enter the water. Porthcawl Coastguard Team were also tasked to the incident. Upon arriving on scene the lifeboat found - [Launch 103+104/18 - 📟 09.27](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-09-27-launch-103104-18/) - Our volunteers launched both lifeboats to conduct a search and assist with a multi-agency incident. - [Launch 101+102/18 - 📟 16.30](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-30-launch-101102-18/) - Our crew were paged by UK Coastguard following a Mayday Call broadcast on channel 16. Both our inshore lifeboats were launched on service and conducted a search of the area between Sker Point and Witches Point. Porthcawl Coastguard and Llantwit Major Coastguard were also tasked to conduct searches of the area. Following a through search of - [Shout 10.30 📟 – Launch 100/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-30-launch-100-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat (which was in the process of launching on training exercise) received an immediate tasking from UK Coastguard to assist a windsurfer in difficulty off Newton beach. The windsurfer was taken onboard the lifeboat and dropped back to the beach at Newton along with his equipment. - [Shout 15.41 📟 – Launch 99/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-41-launch-99-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to assist a boat which was suffering engine difficulties. The boat was taken in tow towards Swansea. The tow was passed to The Mumbles Lifeboat RNLI who took the boat to Swansea Marina. - [Shout 19.53 📟 – Launch 97/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-53-launch-97-18/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard to locate and assist a yacht with two people onboard which was struggling against the tide and had lost power off Nash Point. Due to the power issues the vessel had no working VHF radio or nav lights and their mobile phone battery had run out. Our colleagues - [Shout 11.01 📟 – Launch 98/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-01-launch-98-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of the Atlantic 85 lifeboat to a RIB with two people onboard, which had broken down off Nash Point. The RIB was towed back by the lifeboat to Newton Bay. - [Shout 14.45 📟 – Launch 96/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-45-launch-96-18/) - Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service under the command of our newest helm, Sam Williams who had passed his helm assessment just 20 hours prior to being paged. The lifeboat was launched to a sailing yacht with two people onboard which had suffered engine difficulties one mile East of Tusker Buoy. The yacht was - [Shout 06.53 📟 – Launch 95/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-06-53-launch-95-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the attendance of our crew to provide casualty care for a person who had fallen at the slipway at Porthcawl Harbour. The crew provided casualty care and assisted Welsh Ambulance Service paramedics in extracting the casualty from the location with the ILB being used due to the incoming tide. The casualty was - [Shout 13.26 📟 – Launch 87/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-26-launch-87-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to a windsurfer in difficulty off Rhych Point. The lifeboat arrived on scene and found the windsurfer in the water alongside his equipment being assisted by a sailing yacht. The windsurfer was taken onboard the lifeboat along with his equipment and taken back to the beach at Newton, where he had - [Shout 01.41 📟 – Launch 94/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-01-41-launch-94-18/) - Our D Class lifeboat was launched in the early hours to a report of a person in the water at Trecco Bay. Upon arrival on scene information was received that South Wales Police had located the casualty on land. As no further assistance was needed ourselves and Porthcawl Coastguard were stood down. - [Shout 10.48 📟 – Launch 92+93/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-48-launch-9293-18/) - Both our lifeboats were launched on service to assist with a multi agency incident in the Southerndown area. - [Shout 20.35 📟 – Launch 90+91/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-35-launch-9091-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats to assist Police and Porthcawl Coastguard with a search for a missing despondent person. Initially tasked to search Rest Bay the search was later relocated to the Sandy Bay and Trecco Bay area following new information that had been received. Having conducted a thorough search of all - [Shout 14.58 📟 – Launch 89/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-58-launch-89-18/) - Our D Class lifeboat was launched to a windsurfer in difficulty off Newton Point. He was taken onboard the lifeboat along with his equipment and returned back to Newton Beach. #SavingLivesAtSea - [Shout 19.07 📟 – Launch 88/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-07-launch-88-18/) - Our D Class lifeboat was launched to a report of a despondent person in the water at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The crew arrived on scene to find the person was at the waters edge and was assisted from the scene by Porthcawl Coastguard and Police units. - [Shout 23.18 📟 – Launch 86/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-23-18-launch-86-18/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 in total darkness following a report of a person calling for help and flashing a light off Marcross Beach (Near Nash Point). The Atlantic 85 made best speed to the scene in fairly difficult sea conditions. Once on scene the lifeboat crew conducted a search of the area whilst - [Shout 18.55 📟 – Launch 84/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-18-55-📟-launch-84-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service to two girls in an inflatable dinghy off Newton Point. Having originally entered the water on Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) they found themselves blown out to sea and off Newton Point, struggling to get back to shore. A concerned member of the public contacted UK Coastguard to report the - [Shout 22.34 📟 – Launch 85/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-22-34-launch-85-18/) - Our D Class lifeboat was launched on service following a report a person had entered the water at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach) in the dark. After a brief search it was established the person was at the waters edge accompanied by an off duty RNLI lifeguard and three of their friends. Two crew members went - [Shout 14.17 📟 – Launch 82+83/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-17-launch-8283-18/) - Our volunteer crew launched our Atlantic 85 on service at the request of UK Coastguard to a MAYDAY call which they had broadcast. Our colleagues at RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales and the National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl had both reported a sailing dinghy which had capsized off Newton Point to UK Coastguard. One person had been swept away - [Shout 20.24 📟 – Launch 64/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-24-launch-64-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service due to concerns regarding a kayaker who appeared to be intoxicated off Coney Beach (Sandy Bay). The crew spoke with the kayaker and encouraged him to return to shore. Once he was safely ashore the lifeboat was stood down and returned to station. - [Shout 21.32 📟 – Launch 79/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-21-32-launch-79-18/) - Our volunteer crew launched Porthcawl’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat to conduct a search between Nash Point and Summerhouse Point following a MAYDAY call. Barry Dock RNLI, Llantwit Major Coastguard and the UK Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 187 were all also tasked to conduct their own searches. All units conducted a thorough search of the area for over - [Shout 20.49 📟 – Launch 81/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-49-launch-81-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched on service in strong winds and rough seas on Saturday evening following a report of a kayaker in difficulty at Ogmore By Sea. Llantwit Major Coastguard were also tasked to the incident. Upon arriving on scene we found the casualty had self recovered and required no further assistance. The lifeboat - [Shout 20.10 📟 – Launch 80/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-10-launch-80-18/) - Porthcawl and Barry Dock Lifeboats launched to a 53ft yacht which had made a MAYDAY call as it was taking on water south of Nash Point. Porthcawl lifeboat arrived on scene first placing two volunteer crew members aboard with a salvage pump who assessed the situation onboard and managed to stem the ingress with the - [Shout 20.35 📟 – Launch 78/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-35-launch-78-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew following a report they had received of persons stuck on the cliffs near Southerndown. Once the lifeboat arrived on scene the crew established the persons were experienced climbers using ropes who required no further assistance. - [Shout 19.28 📟 – Launch 77/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-28-launch-77-18/) - Atlantic 85 launched following a report made to UK Coastguard of a jet ski which had overturned and was being towed another jet ski. Upon arriving at the scene in Newton Bay it was established all persons and the jet ski were ashore with no further assistance required. - [Shout 19.01 📟 – Launch 76/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-01-launch-76-18/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard following a report they'd received from Porthcawl NCI of two people cut off by the tide in Dunraven Bay, with an hour still to go until high water. Our D Class lifeboat was launched to rescue the casualties and made best speed to the location. A crewman swam - [Shout 16.48 📟 – Launch 75/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-48-launch-75-18/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard to rescue a person in the water off Newton Point. The casualty had been swept by the current around the point from Trecco Bay and was being assisted by two of our colleagues from RNLI Lifeguards South East Wales. The casualty was brought onboard the lifeboat and checked - [Shout 17.14 📟 – Launch 71/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-14-launch-71-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteers who launched our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to rescue two kayakers who had got into difficulty off Porthcawl seafront. One had climbed onto Fairy Buoy (located approximately 3/4 of a mile off the seafront). Whilst he was on the buoy his kayak got swept away by the tide. His friend went after the - [Shout 19.33 📟 – Launch 74/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-33-launch-74-18/) - As our Atlantic 85 was completing a tow at Newton UK Coastguard gave the crew a further tasking. The tasking was to a group of tombstoners at Ogmore Deeps which Porthcawl NCI had raised concerns for. We stayed on scene and gave some safety advice until our colleagues from Llantwit Major Coastguard arrived to provide further safety - [Shout 19.13 📟 – Launch 73/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-13-launch-73-18/) - As we washed the lifeboat from an early shout UK Coastguard paged our volunteers. This call was for our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to a broken down dinghy off Newton Point. The dinghy was taken under tow and back to Newton slipway. - [Shout 18.11 📟 – Launch 72/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-11-launch-72-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteers who launched the D Class Lifeboat to two people and a dog cut off by the tide at the Ogmore River. They were attempting to cross the river. They were taken across to the Ogmore side to ensure they didn't risk swimming and getting swept out by the current. - [Shout 10.38 📟 – Launch 70/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-38-launch-70-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 was diverted from training exercise by UK Coastguard to assist a broken down fishing boat which had suffered engine failure near Nash Point. The vessel was taken under tow and brought into Porthcawl Marina for the skipper to carry out repairs. - [Shout 18.35 📟 – Launch 66/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-35-launch-66-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew to launch our D Class lifeboat to assist two teenage girls who found themselves cut off by the tide on rocks near the entrance to Porthcawl Marina. Both girls were taken onboard the D Class lifeboat and back to the slipway. - [Shout 19.29 📟 – Launch 63/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-29-launch-63-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 on service to 16 people cut off by the tide on the Porthcawl side of the Ogmore River. The D Class had spoken to them whilst enroute to a casualty with an injured ankle and requested the Atlantic 85 was launched as there was a concern - [Shout 19.03 📟 – Launch 62/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-03-launch-62-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class to a casualty with a suspected dislocated fractured ankle in the water at the Ogmore River. Our volunteer crew (including an off duty paramedic) provided first aid and transferred the casualty up the river to a more accessible location. The crew were met by the team - [Shout 19.21 📟 – Launch 69/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-21-launch-69-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our crew and our D Class lifeboat was launched on service to recover a person in the water. The crew gave casualty care before the casualty was transferred to hospital by ambulance. - [Shout 11.30 📟 – Launch 67/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-30-launch-67-18/) - UK Coastguard requested that our D Class lifeboat diverted from a training exercise to investigate two swimmers Porthcawl NCI had expressed concern for. The D Class had been involved in filming for BBC Wales' X-Ray Programme at Rest Bay along with colleagues from RNLI lifeguards for a feature about beach and water safety. The crew were quickly - [Shout 11.09 📟 – Launch 68/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-09-launch-68-18/) - Our volunteer crew launched our Atlantic 85 lifeboat at the request of UK Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency incident near Nash Point. - [Shout 13.19 📟 – Launch 65/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-19-launch-65-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched following a request from UK Coastguard. A girl on a Stand Up Paddleboard was unable to get back to the beach at Pink Bay and despite her best efforts the tide and offshore wind were too strong. Her father was concerned for her safety and had called UK Coastguard. - [Shout 16.35 📟 – Launch 61/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-16-35-📟-launch-61-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat to assist South Wales Police following an earlier incident and recover equipment from an inaccessible area near Southerndown. - [Shout 16.13 📟 - Launch 59+60/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-13-launch-5960-18/) - Both lifeboats launched to a multi agency incident and provided support to other emergency services. - [Shout 15.20 📟 - Launch 57/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-20-launch-57-18/) - Our volunteer crew were paged by UK Coastguard after National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl reported a kite surfer who appeared to be in difficulty off the end of Porthcawl Pier. He was attempting to swim and drag along his kite and board. Our volunteers launched the D Class lifeboat to assist the kite surfer. Upon arriving on - [Shout 15.20 📟 - Launch 58/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-20-launch-58-18/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard following a report they’d received from National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl. Porthcawl NCI had been monitoring two people on a kayak who were making very slow progress against the current off Ogmore Deeps. Once on scene we stood by and escorted the kayakers back to Ogmore Beach. Once the - [Shout 17.07 📟 - Launch 55+56/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-07-launch-5556-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our crew after a Stand Up Paddleboarder (SUP) contacted them to report he was in thick fog somewhere in proximity to Sker Point. He had set out earlier that day from Langland Bay on a charity paddle and weather had appeared good. He had no indication a thick fog may develop. He - [Shout 19.25 📟 - Launch 53+54/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-19-25-launch-5354-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats after they had received a call from a group of 7 teenagers who had found themselves caught out by the tide at the River Ogmore. They had crossed at low water but discovered they were unable to get across later when the tide had come in to - [Shout 20.19 📟 - Launch 48/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-19-launch-48-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 after reports of windsurfers in difficulty off Newton Point. As the lifeboat arrived on scene it found the windsurfers had made it onto the beach at Trecco Bay and required no further assistance. Porthcawl Coastguard were also paged and attended the incident. Once it was confirmed - [Shout 17.15 📟 - Launch 49/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-15-launch-49-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat after a dog fell over the cliffs between Monknash and Nash Point. Ellie the dog had been very lucky in that she landed on a large cliff fall, so only fell about 20 metres. She appeared to have sustained very minor injuries. Two of our - [Shout 19.22 📟 - Launch 50/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-22-launch-50-18/) - Whilst the crew were returning from an earlier callout they were tasked to a further incident at Newton Beach by UK Coastguard. A lady had swam after her dog which was swimming out to sea. A further person swam out after both the woman and dog. As the crew arrived on scene they found all were safely - [Shout 18.45 📟 - Launch 52/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-45-launch-52-18/) - Whilst returning to station from an earlier callout the lifeboat was flagged down by a jet skier which reported it had seen two teenagers stuck on the Newton side of the Ogmore River and had been attempting to cross it. The jet skier had given the boys safety advice and told them to stay where they - [Shout 17.51 📟 - Launch 51/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-51-launch-51-18/) - UK Coastguard paged our volunteer crew following reports of persons cut off by the tide on the Witches Point side of Dunraven Bay. Llantwit Major Coastguard also attended the incident. Upon arriving on scene the crew found the people were climbers using ropes and were happy to stay in the location and wait for the tide - [Shout 12.46 📟 - Launch 45/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-46-launch-45-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 to a speedboat which had broken down near Kenfig Patches with four adults and four children onboard. The vessel was taken under tow and towed back to Porthcawl marina. All persons onboard were safe and well with all wearing lifejackets. - [Shout 20.45 📟 - Launch 47/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-45-launch-47-18/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard and launched our D Class lifeboat to assist a broken down jet ski approximately 200m offshore at Newton Beach. The jet ski had broken down with two people onboard. It was towed back to the slipway at Porthcawl Pier. - [Shout 20.12 📟 - Launch 46/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-12-launch-46-18/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 at the request of UK Coastguard. National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl had been monitoring a group of four Stand Up Paddleboarders and were concerned for some of the group who appeared to be showing signs of fatigue as they battled against wind and tide approximately 200m off Newton Point. - [Shout 21.28 📟 - Launch 43+44/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-21-28-launch-4344-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats after clothes were found folded alongside Ogmore river and there was a report someone had left the pub and gone for a swim. South Wales Police and our lifeboats conducted a thorough search of the area. Following an extensive search and based on the fact no reports of anyone missing had been - [Shout 20.01 📟 - Launch 41+42/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-01-launch-4142-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats to recover a person from the water off Porthcawl seafront. Casualty care was administered by the crew onboard the lifeboat and then passed onto the ambulance service who transferred the casualty to hospital. No further information available at this time. - [Shout 16.43 📟 - Launch 39+40/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-43-launch-3940-18/) - Our volunteers launched our lifeboats following a report of persons cut off by the tide between Witches Point and Monknash. A search of the area was carried out and a group were located. The group were happy to remain as they were having a fire on the beach and in no immediate danger. They were able to leave - [Shout 16.43 📟 - Launch 37+38/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-43-launch-3738-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our lifeboats after receiving multiple 999 calls regarding two boys cut off by the incoming tide on a rocky outcrop at Newton Point. Waves were starting to break over the rock and the boys predicament was time critical as there was still two hours to go until high tide. - [Shout 12.12 📟 - Launch 35+36/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-12-launch-3536-18/) - Tasked by UK Coastguard following a 999 call reporting a kayaker to be in difficulty at Ogmore Deeps. Both lifeboats proceeded to the scene. The lifeboats has been in the process of recovering from exercise. On arriving on scene the Atlantic 85 lifeboat established that the kayaker in difficulty was nearly ashore, being assisted into - [Shout 18.04 📟 – Launch 34/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-04-launch-34-18/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of Porthcawl Lifeboat following a report from National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl of multiple fenders floating off Porthcawl. The fenders were of the type usually used to protect a boat. Once on scene the lifeboat established the fenders were being used to mark lobster pots and there was no cause - [Shout 13.44 📟 – Launch 32+33/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-44-launch-3233-18/) - Both lifeboats were launched to a Mayday call. A child had been swept out to sea at Ogmore River and there were reports that three adults had gone in after the child. The Atlantic 85 was launched first and arrived on scene to find all persons were now safely ashore. Two off duty volunteer lifeguards - [Shout 14.43 📟 – Launch 30+31/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-43-launch-3031-18/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard following a report of a missing child at Dunraven Bay. The child had been missing for over an hour and was last seen in the water. Luckily the child was found safe and well shortly after we launched and we were stood down. - [Shout 12.21 📟 – Launch 28+29/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-21-launch-2829-18/) - A small fishing boat made a call to both Porthcawl NCI and Porthcawl Marina reporting engine problems. The boat was unable to start it's engine and was over tusker rock on an outgoing tide. Porthcawl NCI alerted UK Coastguard to the boat's situation, UK Coastguard made a Pan Pan call for any vessels in the - [Shout 15.49 📟 – Launch 26+27/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-49-launch-2627-18/) - The Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were both launched at the request of UK Coastguard following a report of a person in the water at the mouth of the river Ogmore. An extensive search of the area was conducted along with Llantwit Major Coastguard. A large amount of debris and logs were noted during the - [Shout 14.17 📟 – Launch 25/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-17-launch-25-18/) - The D Class lifeboat was launched following reports of windsurfers in difficulty in Newton Bay. Once on scene the crew found one windsurfer had made it ashore whilst a second needed further assistance as his mast had snapped. The crew brought the windsurfer onboard along with his equipment and transferred him back to the beach - [Shout 16.56 📟 – Launch 23+24/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-56-launch-2324-18/) - Both lifeboats were launched at the request of UK Coastguard following reports of two people and a dog cut off by the tide near Monknash. Both the D Class and Atlantic 85 lifeboats were launched to locate and assist the casualties. Llantwit Major Coastguard and Barry Coastguard were also tasked to the incident. Working with Llantwit Coastguard - [Shout 13.20 📟 – Launch 22/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-20-launch-22-18/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched to a broken down fishing boat off Stout Point near Llantwit Major. Lifeboat crewman James Kinsella was transferred aboard the casualty vessel to assist in securing a tow line and whilst under tow back to Newton Bay, James used his day job experience and managed to get the engine running - [Shout 21.21 📟 – Launch 20+21/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-21-21-launch-2021-18/) - Both our Atlantic 85 (Porthcawl Lifeboat) and D Class (Porthcawl ILB) were launched at the request of UK Coastguard to search for and assist two people cut off by the incoming tide in darkness near Llantwit Major. The exact location of the casualties was unclear and other search units involved included Llantwit Major Coastguard Team, - [Shout 13.03 📟 – Launch 18+19/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-03-launch-1819-18/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard following reports of a surfer caught in the rip current on the point at Rest Bay. The surfer made it ashore without requiring our assistance and both lifeboats returned to station where they were made ready for - [Shout 19.45 📟 – Launch 17/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-45-launch-17-18/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was tasked by UK Coastguard to a report of a windsurfer in difficulties near Newton Point shortly after launching on a training exercise. Once on scene the crew quickly located the windsurfer who was inexperienced, but not in any danger and was under the instruction of an instructor. The crew stood - [Shout 10.15 📟 – Launch 16/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-15-launch-16-18/) - Whilst on training exercise our D class lifeboat was requested to assist our Atlantic 85 lifeboat after the Atlantic crew spotted a surfer in difficulty in the rip current at Rest Bay whilst conducting their exercise. On arrival at scene the D Class crew were met with 6ft breaking surf. Thankfully, shortly after arriving on - [Shout 18.45 📟 – Launch 14+15/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-45-launch-1415-18/) - Both our lifeboats were launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard following reports of a person in the water at Sandy Bay. The casualty was located by our D Class lifeboat 'Porthcawl ILB' and taken onboard. They were then brought back to the lifeboat station and taken into the care of the ambulance service. - [Shout 17.02 📟 – Launch 13/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-02-launch-13-18/) - Our volunteers launched our D Class lifeboat on service following reports of a person in the water at Sandy Bay. The casualty was rescued from the water by the crew. Porthcawl Coastguard and Police secured a landing site for the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter which transferred the casualty to hospital. This was a multi agency incident - [Shout 18.13 📟 – Launch 11+12/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-13-launch-1112-18/) - The volunteer crew were paged following a report of people potentially cut off by the tide and reported to be flashing a light somewhere between Ogmore Deeps and Southerndown. Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboat conducted a search of the area along with Llantwit Major Coastguard. Once the first informant was located by the - [Shout 10.30 📟 – Launch 10/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-30-launch-10-18/) - The volunteer crew onboard our Atlantic 85 lifeboat were diverted from a training exercise to assist a motor boat with engine difficulties off the seafront at Porthcawl. The boat was taken under tow and into Porthcawl Marina where it was put alongside a pontoon. - [Shout 17.10 📟 – Launch 8+9/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-10-launch-89-18/) - Both lifeboats were on a tasking to search for a missing person. The Atlantic 85, which was at Rest Bay, spotted a surfer caught in the rip current at the point. Due to the surfer’s location close to the point and in the surfline the D Class was requested to proceed to Rest Bay to assist. As the - [Shout 16.07 📟 – Launch 4+5/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-07-launch-45-18/) - The Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were both launched at the request of UK Coastguard to assist South Wales Police : Heddlu De Cymru with a search for a missing despondent male. The lifeboats commenced a shoreline search of the local area. Other search units involved included Porthcawl Coastguard Team. Whilst conducting the search the lifeboats - [Shout 16.35 📟 – Launch 6+7/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-35-launch-67-18/) - Whilst conducting a search for a missing person, both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats received an immediate tasking by UK Coastguard to surfers reported to be in difficulty and caught in a rip current at the point at Rest Bay. On arriving on scene the lifeboats established the surfers had made it safely ashore and required - [Shout 14.39 📟 – Launch 2+3/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-39-launch-23-18/) - Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard following reports of a RIB with two people onboard which had broken down and was dragging anchor in the surf line at Rest Bay. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was first on scene and established a tow. The - [Shout 15.27 📟 – Launch 1/18](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-15-27-launch-1-18/) - Porthcawl volunteer crew were tasked to a multi-agency incident by UK Coastguard following reports of a person who had fallen into the sea off Porthcawl Breakwater. Although in relatively shallow water the person was being swept eastwards across Sandy Bay by the tide and it was also thought that there would have been injuries following - [Shout 11.33 📟 – Launch 81/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-33-launch-81-17/) - D Class lifeboat Jean Ryall was launched to a report of people cut off by the tide at Witches Point, Southerndown. Whilst our volunteer crew proceeded to the scene UK Coastguard received information that the people involved had managed to self recover. The D Class continued to the area to check for any other persons who may - [Shout 23.50 📟 – Launch 79+80/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-23-50-launch-7980-17/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched to conduct a search for a missing person who police had concerns for their safety. Porthcawl and Port Talbot Coastguard Teams searched the land while our lifeboats performed a shoreline search between Hutchwns Point and Newton Point. Following a search of over an hour the - [Shout 13.35 📟 – Launch 77+78/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-35-launch-777817/) - Both our D Class and Atlantic 85 lifeboat were launched on service to assist Coastguard and Police with an incident in the Southerndown area. - [Shout 13.59 📟 – Launch 76/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-13-59-launch-7617/) - D Class lifeboat was launched to a windsurfer who got into difficulty and was swept across Newton Point. The windsurfer managed to make it out onto the rocks. Whilst on scene a second wind surfer got into difficulty in the same position and the D class stood by until he made it safely ashore. - [Shout 13.11 📟 – Launch 75/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-13-11-launch-7517/) - The D Class lifeboat 'Jean Ryall' was launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard following a report of a person and a dog cut off by the tide at Rest Bay. The crew arrived on scene to find the person and dog had managed to make it to safety and no further assistance - [Shout 14.45 📟 – Launch 73+74/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-14-45-launch-737417/) - Both inshore lifeboats launched at the request of UK Coastguard to 2 people cut off by the tide near Nash Point. The Atlantic 85 was first on scene and established that due to the location of the casualties, who were part way up the cliff face, the safest method of extraction would be by the - [Shout 11.32 📟 – Launch 72/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-11-32-launch-7217/) - Atlantic 85 lifeboat was diverted from its training exercise by UK Coastguard following reports that a wayfarer sailing dinghy had capsized near East Scarweather Buoy. The crew located the dinghy with assistance from Porthcawl Coastwatch who had a visual of it. Once on scene the crew established it was an experienced sailor who had righted - [Shout 20.18 📟 – Launch 71/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-18-launch-7117/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to search for a missing person. After around 20 minutes of searching the person was found safe and well ashore. The Atlantic 85 returned to station and was refuelled and rehoused and made ready for service. #RNLIshout - [Shout 16.29 📟 – Launch 70/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-16-29-launch-7017/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat this afternoon following reports of a kite surfer in difficulty off the end of Porthcawl pier. The kitesurfer was being monitored by National Coastwatch Institution - Porthcawl. A drop in wind speed meant it was not strong enough for his foil kite board but he was - [Shout 19.00 📟 – Launch 69/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-19-00-launch-6917/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched following reports of kayakers in difficulty between Ogmore Deeps and Southerndown. In failing light the crew located one kayaker below the cliffs near Southerndown. He told the crew that he had been swept into a cave by a wave and been trapped but had just managed to free himself. - [Shout 14.27 📟 – Launch 68/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-27-launch-6817/) - D Class lifeboat launched to rescue Susie the dog 🐶 who had got herself into a spot of bother and was stuck on the rocks at the entrance to Porthcawl Marina. She was cut off by the incoming tide. She was taken onboard the lifeboat and brought back across to the shore at the lifeboat station. If - [Shout 17.48 📟 – Launch 62+63/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-48-launch-62-6317/) - Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched to an incident on the rocks at Ogmore Deeps. A male had fallen approximately 15ft and had a head injury and suspected spinal injury. Our volunteer crew members were first on scene and gave first aid to the casualty. A crew member made his way - [Shout 17.10 📟 – Launch 61/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-10-launch-6117/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to an experienced kite surfer in Newton Bay. She had equipment issues when the wind dropped and it wasn't strong enough for the size of kite she was using. The kite surfer packed down her equipment and was brought on-board the lifeboat and taken in to Trecco Bay - [Shout 22.33 📟 – Launch 59+60/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-22-33-launch-596017/) - Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched at the request of UK Coastguard following a report of 2 vulnerable teenage girls in the water at Sandy Bay (Coney Beach). The D Class lifeboat commenced a shoreline search and initially located an adult male in the water off the Wimpy, who had entered - [Shout 17.03 📟 – Launch 67/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-03-launch-6717/) - Atlantic 85 was launched to a report that 2 people were in difficulties at Ogmore By Sea. As the lifeboat was proceeding the duty RNLI lifeguards and Penybont SLSC lifeguards successfully carried out a rescue and got the casualties back into the beach. The lifeboat was stood down and returned to station. Read more on the incident here: https://rnli.org/news-and-media/2017/august/29/boy-struggling-to-keep-head-above-water-rescued-by-rnli-lifeguard-at-ogmore - [Shout 11.59 📟 – Launch 66/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-59-launch-6617/) - Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched following a report to UK Coastguard by Porthcawl National Coastwatch. They had concerns for a group of kayakers off Irongate Point as one was capsized and unable to reboard his kayak. Once on scene the crew found the kayakers had made it ashore near Windsor Road and no further assistance was required. - [Shout 18.25 📟 – Launch 64+65/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-25-launch-646517/) - UK Coastguard tasked Porthcawl lifeboat by making an 'immediate' call via VHF to proceed to Dunraven Bay. The lifeboat was still on scene at an earlier incident at Ogmore Deeps. Information from the first informant was vague and the information passed to UK Coastguard described the casualty as being trapped. The Atlantic 85 and D - [Shout 16.34 📟 – Launch 57+58/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-34-launch-575817/) - Both the Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats launched to two persons cut off by the tide near Witches Point in an area known as Temple Bay. They had attempted to climb up the cliff face. Upon arrival of our lifeboats the casualties made their way back down to the bottom of the cliff. A - [Shout 15.28 📟 – Launch 56/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-28-launch-5617/) - Atlantic 85 lifeboat launched to a windsurfer in difficulty in Newton Bay. Casualty and his equipment were taken onboard the lifeboat and to the slipway at Newton where Porthcawl Coastguard were waiting to meet the lifeboat and casualty. - [Shout 16.50 📟 – Launch 55/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-50-launch-5517/) - Our volunteers launched the Atlantic 85 lifeboat in high winds and rough seas following a report 2 windsurfers were in difficulty in Newton Bay. The lifeboat arrived on scene to find one windsurfer had made it ashore onto the beach whilst the other was in shallow water and in the process of taking his equipment - [Shout 14.15 📟 – Launch 54/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-15-launch-5417/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat to assist a yacht which had suffered engine failure and was being hampered by bad weather, with wind speed gusting to Force 6 approximately 8NM South West of Porthcawl. The yacht was in close proximity to Scarweather sand bank and at risk of running aground. - [Shout 16.54 📟 - Launch 52+53/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-16-54-📟-launch-5217/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched to a multi agency incident involving a despondent male. Our volunteer crew members were out for a total of nearly 6 hours (which included 2 crew changes) and were stood down when the male was safely in the care of Police units. - [Shout 10.36 📟 - Launch 49/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-10-36-launch-4917/) - Our Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to assist a sailing yacht with three people onboard approximately 1 mile South of Nash Point. The yacht had made a Pan Pan call as its sail had ripped and the crew were unable to start the engine. Our Atlantic 85 made best speed arriving on scene within 15 - [Shout 20.41 📟 - Launch 43/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-41-launch-43/) - D Class lifeboat launched to a multi agency incident at Llantwit Major Beach. - [Shout 14.34 📟 - Launch 42/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-34-launch-42/) - D Class launched at the request of UK Coastguard to 2 fisherman who were cut off by the tide at Witches Point, Southerndown. The casualties were brought onboard the lifeboat and transferred across to the main bay at Southerndown. - [Shout 23.20 📟 - Launch 38/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-23-20/) - D Class lifeboat launched to conduct a search of Porthcawl seafront for a missing despondent female. The police located the persons mobile phone as being in the esplanade area. A foreshore search was conducted along with Porthcawl and Port Talbot Coastguard Teams. After searching for around 20 minutes all search units were stood down when - [Shout 18.48 📟 - Launch 37/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-48/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our D Class lifeboat following a report of 10 persons cut off by the tide on a bank of the Ogmore River near the sewage works. Our volunteer crew were quickly on scene finding the group stuck on a bank the Porthcawl side of the river. The initial plan - [Shout 17.16 📟 - Launch 35/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-16/) - Our D Class was launched following concerns by lifeguards at Sandy Bay for a kite surfer. The lifeguards no longer had visual and he had been out of sight for some time. Porthcawl NCI also confirmed to UK Coastguard that they had no visual of the kite surfer. Shortly after the D Class launched the - [Shout 11.46 📟 - Launch 33+34/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-46/) - Our volunteers launched both lifeboats to provide casualty care and assist our colleagues from Porthcawl Coastguard team with a casualty at Sker Point. The casualty had fallen and sustained head injuries. Our volunteers provided casualty care and assisted with the extraction of the casualty to hospital. - [Shout 20.41 📟 - Launch 32/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-41/) - Our crew onboard the Atlantic 85 lifeboat were diverted from their training exercise yesterday evening and tasked by UK Coastguard to conduct a search of the area between Sker Point and the long arm at Port Talbot Deep Water Harbour. A member of the public had reported seeing a paraglider which was possibly in distress - [Shout 20.23 📟 - Launch 31/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-23/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard following concerns for an elderly gentlemen with dementia reported missing from Trecco Bay Caravan Park. We were stood down before launching as the person was located safe and well. - [Shout 19.41 📟 - Launch 41/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-41/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of Porthcawl ILB to assist Porthcawl Coastguard with an injured person in the area of Rhych Point. The ILB launched & arrived on scene within a few minutes. Our Crew made their way ashore where the casualty was assessed and found to have injuries to her arm following a fall. - [Shout 14.05 📟 - Launch 44/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-1405-launch-4417/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard following concerns for a despondent elderly male at Porthcawl Pier. Our volunteers stood by onboard our D Class lifeboat until the casualty was safely in the care of Police officers. - [Shout 18.10 📟 - Launch 45/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-18-10-launch-4517/) - Whilst on a training exercise our volunteers spotted a fisherman who was cut off by the tide on a rocky outcrop near Ogmore By Sea with just over an hour until high water. Unfortunately he hadn't added the hour for BST to the tide times and got caught out. A crew member swam to the - [Shout 19.02 📟 - Launch 46+47/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/shout-19-02-launch-46-4717/) - Both lifeboats were launched to a fishing vessel which had suffered engine difficulties and run aground at Southerndown beach. Due to the incoming tide and swell conditions the vessel was at risk of being smashed against cliffs. With assistance from Llantwit Major Coastguard a tow was established by the D Class which towed the vessel - [Shout 13.10 📟 - Launch 48/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-10-launch-4817/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 lifeboat following a Mayday call from a motor cruiser on passage between Cardiff and Swansea. The vessel was taking on water with the source of ingress unknown. The lock mechanism of the front cabin door had broken whilst the vessel was on passage and the crew - [Shout 16.57 📟 - Launch 40/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-57/) - Launched to reports of two Kayakers in difficulty on Fairy Buoy. The person was seen to climb onto the buoy & started waving his arms. Porthcawl National Coastwatch informed U.K. Coastguard who requested immediate launch of Porthcawl Lifeboats. The person then entered the water to swim back towards the drifting kayak. On our arrival on - [Shout 13.41 📟 - Launch 39/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-41/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched to kayakers struggling against the tide near Hutchwns Point. Porthcawl National Coastwatch had been monitoring the kayakers and alerted UK Coastguard. The kayakers were brought onboard the lifeboat and taken back to Sandy Bay, from where they had launched. - [Shout 16.22 📟 - Launch 50+51/17](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-22-launch-505117/) - Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched on service following a report of 2 people in separate dinghy's drifting out to sea from Newton beach. The Atlantic 85 was first on scene and located 2 persons on kayaks between Newton and Ogmore By Sea. Contact was made with the first informant via UK Coastguard. - [RNLI Shout 19.22 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-22/) - UK Coastguard requested the launch of our Atlantic 85 following a report of a kite surfer in difficulty at Trecco Bay. The Porthcawl Coastguard team attended the incident and were unable to locate the kite surfer. Our volunteers were requested to conduct a search of the area in order to locate the kite surfer. Following - [RNLI Shout 13.31 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-31/) - Our volunteers launched the Atlantic 85 on service following reports of surfers in difficulties caught in a rip current at Rest Bay. Once on scene the surfers were located on the shore who had made there way out onto rocks. The lifeboat checked the area for any further persons in difficulty. Once satisfied that there - [RNLI Shout 12.10 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-10-2/) - Our Atlantic 85 was diverted from training exercise by UK Coastguard to reports of a windsurfer in difficulty 0.5 miles South of Newton Point. The casualty was recovered onto the lifeboat and returned to Newton slipway. Whilst the Atlantic 85 (Porthcawl Lifeboat) was dealing with the first incident a second windsurfer was spotted nearby in - [RNLI Shout 13.17 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-17/) - Our volunteers launched the Atlantic 85 on service following a report to UK Coastguard of a kite surfer in difficulties off Rest Bay. Our colleagues from Porthcawl Coastguard were also tasked to the incident and monitored the situation from the land. The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was on scene within minutes of launching to find the casualty - [RNLI Shout 12.10 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-10/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched to a small fishing boat which had broken down near to Nash Point. Once on scene the crew managed to restart the engine. The boat was escorted back to Port Talbot from where it was launched. On the approach to Port Talbot the boat broke down again and was taken under tow by - [RNLI Shout 13.35 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-35/) - The Atlantic 85 lifeboat was launched to assist a vessel which had suffered electrical problems and broken down off Sandy Bay. The boat was taken under tow and taken into Porthcawl Marina. - [RNLI Shout 10.59 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-59/) - Both lifeboats were launched to assist South Wales Police, Welsh Ambulance Service and Llantwit Major Coastguard at an incident in the Southerndown area. Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 187 was also on scene. The lifeboat returned to station just under an hour later and made ready for service. - [RNLI Shout 09.12 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-09-12/) - Both our D Class and Atlantic 85 lifeboats were launched to reports that a kayaker was in difficulties off Ogmore By Sea. Porthcawl Coastguard Team, Llantwit Major Coastguard Team and Coastguard Helicopter Rescue 187 were also tasked to the incident by UK Coastguard. Two surfers assisted the kayaker from the water shortly before our lifeboats arrived on - [RNLI Shout 16.50 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-50/) - D Class launched on service following reports of a person in possible difficulties in the water at Ogmore attempting to assist a sheep. Llantwit Major Coastguard Team were also tasked to this incident. We were stood down by UK Coastguard while enroute as the person was safely accounted for. Sadly the sheep was too badly - [RNLI Shout 03.02 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-03-02/) - Both lifeboats launched on service to conduct a shoreline search of the coastline between Hutchwns Point and Ogmore River for a missing 14 year old. The lifeboats conducted a thorough search of the area. Other search units involved in the search included Police, Porthcawl Coastguard Team, Port Talbot Coastguard Team and Coastguard Rescue 187 based - [RNLI Shout 20.36 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-36/) - Our volunteers launched both lifeboats on service following reports that 3 people were in the water at Ogmore By Sea. Police had received a call from a person at Ogmore By Sea car park reporting that there were 3 persons who had entered the water who could not be accounted for. We were tasked by - [RNLI Shout 11.30 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-30/) - Atlantic 85 launched on service in order to standby due to concerns for a despondent person. The person was safely taken into the care of South Wales Police officers shortly after launching and we were stood down. - [RNLI Shout 15.59 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-59/) - Both lifeboats were launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard to extract a casualty from Kenfig Sands (Sker Beach) who had fallen from a horse. Heavy fog and the casualty's remote location meant extraction by lifeboat was the safest option. The casualty had suspected pelvic injuries. We met ambulance paramedics at the beach - [RNLI Shout 14.40 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-40/) - Both lifeboats were launched to locate and assist in a multi-agency incident involving a despondent female #RNLIshout - [RNLI Shout 19.01 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-01/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard who had received a call from a concerned fisherman regarding a flashing light close to the breakwater. Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service and conducted a thorough search of the area along with Porthcawl Coastguard. With nothing further found by ourselves or the local coastguard team the - [RNLI Shout 11.52 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-52/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service to conduct a search for a missing person between Nash Point and Rhoose. Following a thorough search of the area along with Coastguard teams with nothing found, we were stood down and returned to station #RNLIshout ‬ Sadly the gentleman who sparked the search was found by police - [RNLI Shout 06.20 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-06-20/) - Our volunteers launched both our Atlantic 85 and IB1 lifeboats this morning following a 999 call to the coastguard reporting that a surfer had been swept around the point at Rest Bay and was drifting in the direction of Hutchwns Point. The lifeboats conducted a thorough search of the area between Rest Bay and Fairy - [RNLI Shout 17.40 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-40/) - Our volunteers were paged at 17.40 today and launched both our Atlantic 85 and IB1 (D Class) lifeboats to reports of persons cut off by the tide in the area of Nash Point. A jet skier had spotted 5 persons cut off to the northern side of Nash Point and a further 2 persons to - [RNLI Shout 15.35 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-35/) - We were paged at 15.35 to reports of persons in difficulties in a dinghy at Coney Beach. Our IB1 was launched however the persons made it into the beach with assistance from lifeguards. We were repaged at 16.23 and our IB1 was relaunched to reports of persons cut off by the tide on Eastern Promenade - [RNLI Shout 09.00 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-09-00/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 at approximately 09.00 today to a fisherman who had been swept from Porthcawl Pier. The casualty was recovered into the lifeboat off Sandy Bay and transferred to an ambulance waiting at the lifeboat station. The casualty was taken to The Princess of Wales hospital where he is expected to - [RNLI Shout 19.00 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-00/) - At 7pm on Sunday evening, both Porthcawl RNLI lifeboats Rose of the Shires and Jean Ryall launched to reports of persons in difficulty in the water off Rest Bay, Porthcawl . The 2 volunteer crews from Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat station launched immediately, and made their way through rough seas to the reported position of the - [RNLI Shout 17.20 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-20/) - Paged at 17.20 to reports of a jet ski adrift and a person in the water off Newton beach. Our volunteers launched both our Atlantic 85 and IB1 lifeboats on service. The Atlantic 85 was first on scene and found the jet ski drifting a few hundred metres from shore. The owner had made it - [RNLI Shout 13.30 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/1437/) - Our volunteers were paged to a dog swimming out to sea off Newton. Our Atlantic 85 launched on service to find the dog had decided to return to shore. Never be afraid to call 999 and ask for the coastguard if you have concern for a dog. We'd far rather be called out than the - [RNLI Shout 16.28 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-28/) - Our Atlantic 85 launched to a windsurfer in difficulties off Newton Point. An RNLI lifeguard had paddled out to offer assistance. The windsurfer made it ashore once we arrived on scene and was given safety advice by Porthcawl Coastguard. #‎RNLIshout‬ - [RNLI Shout 18.14 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-14/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and IB1 (D class) were launched to persons cut off by the tide and stranded on cliffs near Witches Point. The Atlantic 85 was first on scene and upon arrival found that the casualties had been assisted to safety by Llantwit Major Coastguard team. Once it was confirmed there were no - [RNLI Shout 17.06 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-06/) - Our volunteers were paged at 17.06 today to reports of 2 persons cut off by the tide near to Nash Point. The casualties were rescued by our smaller IB1 lifeboat which is able to operate in shallower water and then transferred to the larger Atlantic 85 lifeboat. ‪#‎RNLIshout‬ - [RNLI Shout 09.22 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-09-22/) - Porthcawl RNLI lifeboat volunteers were paged following reports of a life raft adrift in the Bristol Channel approximately one mile east of the breakwater. Porthcawl Lifeboat was launched within minutes to investigate the circumstances of the life raft and to check if there were any persons aboard. Fortunately the craft, although badly damaged by the - [RNLI Shout 11.00 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-00/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and IB1 lifeboats were diverted from their training exercise and requested to undertake a search for a missing person in the Newton area. The person was found safely ashore and both boats returned to station. - [RNLI Shout 16.30 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-30/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and IB1 lifeboats launched on service to conduct a search for a despondent male believed to be in the Ogmore area. After a search of approximately 30 minutes the missing person was located inland and the lifeboats were stood down. - [RNLI Shout 12.07 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-07/) - Our volunteers launched both lifeboats on service following reports of a kayaker in difficulties at Newton Point. The Atlantic 85 recovered the kayaker from the water whilst the D Class (IB1) recovered the kayaker. All were brough back to the lifeboat station where the kayaker was checked over by paramedics. - [RNLI Shout 21.05 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-21-05/) - Our volunteer launched both boats to search for a despondent person in the area of Porthcawl along with Porthcawl Coastguard and the Police helicopter. - [RNLI Shout 13.43 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-43/) - We were tasked by Milford Haven coastguard to investigate a kayaker reported to be in difficulties by Porthcawl Coastwatch a few hundred metres off Irongate Point. Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 on service. When we arrived on scene the kayaker refused assistance. We stood by in the vicinity until the kayaker made it back - [RNLI Shout 04.20 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-04-20/) - Our volunteers launched both our Atlantic 85 and D Class (IB1) lifeboats this morning following reports of a person in the water in the area of Trecco Bay. A shoreline search of Trecco Bay was conducted until further information from the police indicated the search area be focused on Coney Beach. After a search of - [RNLI Shout 13.27 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-27/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 on service following reports of a windsurfer in difficulties off Llantwit Major beach which had been reported by RNLI Lifeguards. The lifeboat was on scene within 20 minutes and commenced a search of the area. After searching for approximately 10 minutes in rough seas the casualty was located by - [RNLI Shout 17.11 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-11/) - Our volunteers launched our lifeboats on service today following reports by RNLI lifeguards of persons cut off by the tide at Southerndown. Our D Class was first on scene and found the casualties cut off between Southerndown and Ogmore Deeps. A crewmember swam ashore to reassure the casualties and check if any further medical assistance - [RNLI Shout 11.44 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/1144/) - Our D Class ILB launched to an injured horse rider east of black rocks, Newton. Our ILB arrived on scene, located casualty and assisted Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 187 with casualty care until the arrival of Porthcawl and Llantwit Major Coastguard. The casualty was transported to the Welsh Ambulance Service who were waiting at Newton slipway. - [RNLI Shout 10.03 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-03/) - Both our D Class and Atlantic 85 lifeboats were launched on service at the request of Milford Haven Coastguard to reports of a possible despondent male in the Southerndown area. A search of the area was conducted along with Llantwit Major Coastguard and RNLI lifeguards. After the search area had been thoroughly covered we were - [RNLI Shout 10.00 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout/) - Both lifeboats were launched to a multi agency incident at Southerndown. - [RNLI Shout 23.14 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-23-14/) - Paged to assist with search for missing person. Stood down before launching as person was found safely ashore. - [RNLI Shout 12.44 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-44/) - Both lifeboats launched to assist police with an incident at Ogmore by Sea. Stood down as we arrived on scene as our assistance was no longer required. - [RNLI Shout 13.50 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-13-50/) - Our volunteers were paged to reports of a person in the water and unable to reboard his kayak off Ogmore by Sea. Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service and arrived on scene within 15 minutes of initially being paged. We were directed to the casualty by persons pointing from the rocks above. Conditions were - [RNLI Shout 17.19 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-19/) - Our volunteers launched both our D Class and Atlantic 85 lifeboats to reports of 2 persons cut off by the tide at Southerndown near Witches Point. Both lifeboats arrived on scene in rough conditions to find the casualties at the base of cliffs along with an RNLI lifeguard on who had gone ashore on a - [RNLI Shout 19.43 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-43/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 'Rose Of The Shires' on service to reports of multiple persons in the water and in difficulties in heavy seas having been swept from Llantwit Major beach. The coastguard had received multiple 999 calls. Conditions were rough with 2 metre swells and winds of force 8 gusting to force - [RNLI Shout 15.07 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-07/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 to a broken down 5m rib. The boat had been towed by Mumbles lifeboat to Scarweather where we took over the tow and took the boat back to Newton Bay from where it had launched. - [RNLI Shout 17.50 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-50/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 on service to a broken down vessel at Newton Bay. Taken in tow back to Newton slipway. - [RNLI Shout 10.50 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-10-50/) - Our Atlantic 85 was diverted whilst on training exercise to assist 2 kayakers in difficulties off Newton Point. Casualties were taken onboard the lifeboat and transferred back to the beach at Newton. - [RNLI Shout 12.51 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-51/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service to a surfer in difficulties at Rest Bay. The surfer had been swept from the main bay by a rip current and was being assisted by an RNLI lifeguard. The Atlantic 85 picked both the casualty and the lifeguard up off Box Bay. - [RNLI Shout 16.16 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-16-16/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class were launched on service to reports of a capsized vessel in the area of Monknash. Both lifeboats conducted an extensive search of the area along with Llantwit Major Coastguard team. After searching for nearly 60 minutes nothing further was found and no further reports were made regarding a - [RNLI Shout 18.24 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-24/) - Our volunteers launched both our lifeboats on service to reports of 2 persons cut off by the tide near Temple Bay at Southerndown. Several 999 calls were made to Milford Haven Coastguard by concerned members of the public to report the incident. The casualties were reported to be making their way up the cliff. On - [RNLI Shout 21.05 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-21-05-2/) - Both lifeboats were tasked to assist Llantwit Major Coastguard with the medical evacuation of a female with a leg injury at Monknash. The D Class extracted the casualty, friend and paramedic from the beach. The casualty was then transferred to the Atlantic 85 and brought back to the lifeboat station in Porthcawl where it was - [RNLI Shout 17.46 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-46/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 on service this evening to assist a vessel with engine difficulties between Newton and Ogmore. The vessel was taken under tow and taken into Porthcawl marina. The D Class also launched to assist with manoeuvring the vessel through the narrow marina entrance and back onto the vessels mooring. - [RNLI Shout 17.44 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-44/) - Our volunteers launched our D Class on service to a report of 2 persons cut off by the tide at Temple Bay, Southerndown. Once on scene the crew found that there was 2 people cut off, however they were aware of the high water time and their intention was to remain at their location until - [RNLI Shout 20.08 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-08/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were tasked after initially launching on exercise to investigate tombstoners at Witches Point. A concerned member of public had contacted the coastguard fearing for the youngsters safety. Once on scene the lifeboat spoke to the youngsters who were locals and knew the location well. They were happy - [RNLI Shout 15.53 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-15-53/) - Paged to assist with the search for multiple missing children. Stood down before launching as all were located safely ashore by our RNLI Lifeguard colleagues. - [RNLI Shout 12.44 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-44-2/) - Paged to assist with the search for missing child at Coney Beach. Stood down before launching as child was located safely ashore by our RNLI Lifeguard colleagues. - [RNLI Shout 19.35 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-19-35/) - Launched to reports of 2 surfers swept around the point at Rest Bay in large surf conditions. Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class responded with the Atlantic 85 arriving on scene first. Upon arrival it was reported one surfer had come out onto rocks. We spoke to surf lifesavers from Rest Bay SLSC who - [RNLI Shout 11.50 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-50/) - Our D Class was launched on service to 2 persons on stand up paddleboards off Porthcawl seafront. They had misjudged the strength of the tide and were unable to get back to Coney Beach unassisted. The D Class rescued them along with their equipment and dropped them back to the beach where they had initially - [RNLI Shout 20.03 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-20-03/) - Paged to investigate reports of a small boat adrift at St Donats. After a short search the boat was located washed ashore at Nash Point. Area searched by Llantwit Major Coastguard search teams and our lifeboats with no persons found to be in any danger. - [RNLI Shout 11.45 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-45/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service to a kite surfer in difficulty off Rest Bay. He had snapped a line and was attempting to swim back to shore. He was recovered onto the lifeboat along with his equipment and brought back to the lifeboat station. He required no further medical attention. At a fundraising - [RNLI Shout 14.36 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-14-36/) - Paged following a report to Milford Haven Coastguard from Porthcawl Coastwatch of a kite surfer in difficulty at Sandy Bay. The kite surfer managed to self rescue and our crew arrived to find he had made it to the harbour slipway. The lifeboat was not launched but crew assisted the kite surfer at the slipway. - [RNLI Shout 12.12 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-12/) - Our D Class was launched on service following a call to Milford Haven Coastguard by Porthcawl Coastwatch of 2 kite surfers in difficulty off Trecco Bay. One kite surfer self rescued and made it ashore at Newton Beach whilst the other packed down his equipment off Trecco Bay. Our D Class arrived on scene off - [RNLI Shout 18.16 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-16/) - Our volunteers launched our Atlantic 85 on service at the request of UK Coastguard. 2 kayakers were reported to be in difficulties off Hutchwns Point. We arrived on scene and located the kayakers who had come ashore at Windsor Road beach. We directed Porthcawl Coastguard Rescue Team to the kayakers location and they confirmed the - [RNLI Shout 11.00 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-11-00-2/) - Both our lifeboats were launched on service to conduct a search of the Ogmore river area at the request of UK Coastguard in support of the coastguard teams from Porthcawl and Llantwit Major. The D class searched within the river whilst the Atlantic 85 searched the river mouth area of Ogmore By Sea. - [RNLI Shout 09.24 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-09-24/) - Our Atlantic 85 launched on service to a report of a surf board drifting off Rest Bay. We conducted a search of the area along with Porthcawl Coastguard team. We located a log during the search but nothing else was found. We were stood down as the callout was believed to be a false alarm - [RNLI Shout 18.19 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-19/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched to conduct a search in the Rest Bay area after an unattended surf board was found on the beach. Police helicopter and Porthcawl and Port Talbot Coastguard teams were also involved in the search. After a search of approximately 1 hour we were stood down - [RNLI Shout 18.41 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-41/) - Our volunteers launched both the Atlantic 85 and D Class Lifeboats to conduct a search of the Newton Point and Rhych Point area. We were tasked by UK Coastguard following information received from South Wales Police that a person staying at Trecco Bay (who was believed to be intoxicated) had potentially entered the water from - [RNLI Shout 17.38 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-17-38/) - Our volunteers launched both our lifeboats on service following reports of a small fishing vessel with engine difficulties off Sker Point which was taking on water. The boat had 2 persons onboard. Our Atlantic 85 attempted to make radio contact with the vessel but had no reply. A search of the area around Sker Point - [RNLI Shout 09.48 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-09-48/) - Our Atlantic 85 was launched on service for the first time in 2017 to reports of a kayaker in difficulty between Ogmore by Sea and Tusker Rock. UK Coastguard had taken a call from a member of public. The Atlantic 85 made best speed and found two kayakers drifting and fishing from their kayaks. Confirmation - [RNLI Shout 12.49 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-49/) - Our volunteers were paged by UK Coastguard to assist with a casualty who had fallen from a horse at Kenfig Sands (Sker Beach). Our volunteers were first of the emergency services to arrive on scene and provided casualty care whilst awaiting the arrival of Porthcawl Coastguard Team who transported paramedics to the scene. The Coastguard - [RNLI Shout 00.15 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-00-15/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard to conduct a search for a despondent person who may of entered the water. Llantwit Major Coastguard Team and Police conducted a land based search. After a search of approximately 20 minutes Llantwit Major Coastguard Team located the - [RNLI Shout 18.06 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-18-06/) - D Class launched on service at the request of UK Coastguard to standby due to concerns for a despondent person. We were stood down after 15 minutes when the person was taken into the care of the Ambulance Service. - [RNLI Shout 12.13 📟](https://www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk/shouts/rnli-shout-12-13/) - Both our Atlantic 85 and D Class lifeboats were launched at the request of UK Coastguard to assist 2 persons and a dog reported to be cut off by the tide to the west of Nash Point lighthouse. 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