A PADDLE boarder had gone miles out to sea towards an offshore windfarm on Saturday afternoon.
Llandudno RNLI launched its inshore lifeboat after an emergency call from a concerned member of the public who had seen the paddle boarder and a kayaker heading out to sea in the direction of the Gwynt y Mor wind farm, more than eight miles off the coast.
The D Class lifeboat Dr. Barbara Saunderson launched shortly after a tasking alert from Holyhead HM Coastguard at 2.38pm.
The inshore lifeboat with three volunteer crew members on board proceeded to a location more than five nautical miles northeast of the Little Orme’s Head. After a period of searching the crew were able to find two people who were still heading further out to sea.
Both the lifeboat the Holyhead Coastguard were able to communicate with the boarders to confirm their safety and offer advice before the lifeboat returned to Llandudno.
A RNLI spokesperson said: “While we want our visitors to North Wales to enjoy all that the beaches can offer, it is always important to thoroughly prepare for any activity you plan to undertake on the coastal waters.”
For paddle boarders and kayakers there are several ways to ensure you can stay safe:
• carry a means of calling for help and keep it within reach
• check your equipment for damage before use
• tell someone where you are going and when you will be back
• check the weather forecast and tide times
• wear a suitable approved buoyancy aid
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