Wicklow RNLI launched twice on Thursday, May 9, firstly to assist a kayaker who capsized followed by a second callout involving a motor boat in difficulty.
Wicklow RNLI responded to more than 30 incidents during 2023 as both the all-weather and inshore lifeboats launched to come to the aid of those in difficulty at sea.
Six Wicklow lifeboat volunteers were honoured with meritorious awards from RNLI Chief Executive, Mark Dowie, for their efforts in rescuing three stranded fishermen adrift in a vessel northeast of Wicklow Harbour earlier this year.
THE Wicklow RNLI volunteer crew launched to respond to two callouts over a 24 hour period just hours after hosting their first open day in four years on Sunday.