Howth RNLI rescues two people cut off by tide in Balscadden Bay

HOWTH RNLI launched its Inshore Lifeboat yesterday (March 3) following reports that two people were stranded on rocks in Balscadden Bay.

The RNLI pagers sounded at 1.58pm after a call was placed to the coastguard reporting two people stranded on rocks at the base of the cliffs in the bay in Howth.  

Howth RNLI volunteer crewmembers launched the Inshore Lifeboat within 12 minutes of getting the call and proceeded to the area and quickly located the casualties at the base of the cliffs. 

The casualties were taken aboard the lifeboat and checked over and were both in good spirits, unharmed by the incident and returned safely to shore at Howth Lifeboat Station.  

They confirmed they were tourists visiting the area and got caught out by the incoming tide while walking at the base of the cliffs. The wind was Force 3 and the sea state was calm at the time.

Speaking following the call out, Killian O’Reilly, Howth RNLI Inshore lifeboat helm, said: ‘”We were delighted to assist the tourists after they found themselves in difficulty. 

“They did the right thing and called for assistance and remained calm. As visitors to the area they were unfamiliar with the tides and location.  

“We were pleased to drop them back ashore safe and sound and hope they enjoy the remainder of their visit to Ireland.”