A member of public reported seeing ‘objects’ in the sea off straight point, the ILB was launched to check. CRT (On exercise) confirmed they were crab pots.
The CRT also raised concern about a windsurfer off Maer Rocks, the lifeguards had seen him launch, The boat house made contact and relayed all the above information. The coastguard stood d
NCI contacted HMCG to confirm all the comms had been heard.
The volunteer team at Exmouth RNLI thanked Exmouth lifeguards and NCI Exmouth for their support throughout the shout. Another excellent example of successful multi-agency working.
On this occasion, the members of the public did exactly the right thing by calling 999 and asking for the coastguard. RNLI Exmouth are ready to respond.