Tenby RNLI came to the aid of a vessel that suffered engine issues on Bank Holiday Monday afternoon.

Both of Tenby’s lifeboats were requested to launch just after 4pm on Monday, May 26, after the Coastguard received a call from the occupants of a 7.5m rib, stating they had suffered mechanical issues with their engine and were now in trouble in the swell off Amroth.

The inshore lifeboat was first on the water and made best speed to Amroth in difficult conditions. Once on scene, the volunteer crew spotted the vessel anchored a short distance off the rocks.

They went alongside, assessed the situation and made sure nobody needed medical assistance. Apart from being cold and wet, all were good.

Two people were transferred from the casualty vessel to warm up on the all-weather lifeboat, which had also now arrived on scene.

With the swell increasing and wind picking up, a tow was passed to the casualty vessel, which was then taken back to the safety of Saundersfoot harbour, where they were met by members of Tenby Coastguard rescue team.

Both lifeboats then stood down to return to station.