It's towed to shore by RNLI
An out of control vessel that was causing danger off the Exmouth coast has been brought to shore by the town's inshore lifeboat.
A number of people had called 999 to report a boat drifting out to sea.
The coastguard asked Exmouth's RNLI to investigate just after noon on Monday after the situation was verified by Exmouth National Coastwatch Institution.
The vessel was unmanned with its mooring rope frayed and broken.
With the weather overcast and cold with light winds and a strong current, the boat was judged to be a significant risk to other water users.
Exmouth RNLI lifeboat helm Roy Stott said: “It was fortunate that H.M. Coastguard were informed of this incident promptly such that the casualty vessel was brought to safety before any damage could occur or cause further risk to water users. I would urge all local boat owners to check their moorings on a regular basis to ensure they are robust and safe.”
The lifeboat was back on station and ready for service by 12.55pm.
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