Emergency services rush to medical evacuation on Galway island
The injured party was transferred from lifeboat to emergency services
Volunteers for the RNLI in Aran Islands had an extremely busy week attending ten callouts including a medical evacuation over the weekend.
The crew sprung into action to deal with three incidents at the weekend alone.
Brave members rushed to the medical evacuation on Inis Mor where the injured party had a suspected spinal injury.
Crews safely transferred the casualty to Ros a Mhil where emergency services were waiting.
Later on Saturday, the crew assisted a lone sailor whose journey was cut short due to engine failure and worsening conditions.
Lifeboat Operations Manager Avril Ní Shearcaigh said: “In challenging conditions with Force 5 winds and a 2-metre swell, the lifeboat crew safely towed the yacht back to Cill Rónain Harbour.”
She continued: “It's been a busy week at the station with 10 call outs in a week.
“We’re very grateful to our volunteers who never hesitate to answer the pager and take time from their busy lives to help save lives at sea.”
“A huge thank you to our dedicated volunteer crew for their continued commitment.
“If you see someone in trouble on the water or along the coast, call 112 and ask for the Coast Guard, or use Marine VHF Channel 16.”