Lifeboat launched to 93-year-old vessel with engine failure
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The historic ketch, which is 93 years old and weighs in at over 30 tonnes, had experienced engine failure approximately half a mile south west of Newhaven.
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Hide AdSmoke was spotted in the engine compartment, so the engine was immediately shut down. Both crew on board were uninjured.
The lifeboat was soon alongside the casualty vessel and a crew member was put on board to check that there was no risk of fire or water ingress before a tow was established.
Once the lifeboat crew member confirmed that the vessel was safe, a tow was established and the historic vessel was towed into Newhaven and safely moored alongside.
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Hide AdThe ketch’s crew thanked Newhaven lifeboat for their assistance. Newhaven lifeboat was again ready for service at 6:35pm.
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