Entangled yacht
Oban Lifeboat was tasked late yesterday afternoon (Thursday) to assist a yacht that was fouled on fishing gear to the South of the Sound of Kerrera.
Once on scene it was discovered the yacht was stern tied and unable to move.
Members of the crew of The Campbell-Watson managed to cut the rope to release the vessel and then spent time attempting to free the buoy that was wedged between the rudder and hull. Unfortunately, the buoy was jammed fast so it was decided the safest course of action was to tow the yacht to safety.
The lifeboat brought the vessel to Kerrera Marina where it could be lifted from the water to allow the buoy to be removed and the steering gear checked properly for any damage.
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