Submitted by Colin Scott11 on Tue, 26/09/2023 - 16:17

Date of Incident:

26/09/2023

Station:

NCI Hengistbury Head

Incident Summary:

NCI observed a kite surfer in difficulty. HMCG notified, who had several calls re. same incident. ILB tasked, HELO on exercise nearby. May Day issued. Casualty made own way to beach, incident closed.

RNLI:

Yes

Initiated:

MCA/HMCG

MCA:

Yes

MCA No.:

535920

Casualty Type:

Wind surfing / Kite Surfing

Cause of Incident:

Thought to be in Trouble

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