Bangor RNLI in Northern Ireland came to the aid of two people on Wednesday evening (17 September) after their yacht had engine difficulty and broke down. Belfast Coastguard asked Bangor RNLI to assist two people onboard a 31ft yacht that had broken down just off South Briggs Buoy and was in difficulty. Bangor RNLI launched at 6.15pm with crew members John Bell, Pete Semple, Dave Beale and Christine Beale on board and made best speed towards the casualty vessel. Speaking following the call-out, Davey Eccles, Bangor RNLI launch authority said: “This call-out resulted in good outcome and we wish the sailors well. We also thank all of our volunteer lifeboat and shore crew members for their commitment and service this evening.