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Dungeness lifeboat called out to 43’ catamaran, snared in fishing ropes.
At 3.53am on Sunday 20 May, the RNLI Mersey class lifeboat from Dungeness, 'Pride and Spirit’, was launched to assist the 43’ catamaran ‘EON’

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Rhyl help rescue distressed woman
Rhyl lifeboat crew were involved in the rescue of a woman in distress on Kinmel Bay beach on 14 May.

Looe lifeboat and Sharrow lifeguards rescue kayakers off Portwrinkle beach

Two kayakers rescued by RNLI lifesavers
Looe lifeboat volunteers and Sharrow Beach lifeguards join forces to rescue two people at Portwrinkle Beach

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Award for Robertson Trust's lifesaving support
The RNLI has presented the Robertson Trust with a prestigious award in recognition of its support.

Sunderland RNLI save man from River Wear after bridge fall
Volunteers from Sunderland’s RNLI lifeboat station rushed into action late last night help save a man from drowning after he was seen falling 85ft into the River Wear from Wearmouth Bridge.

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Who we are

We are volunteers across the UK and Republic of Ireland united by selflessness, skill and courage.

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RNLI lifeguards are highly trained to offer safety advice, give first aid and perform rescues.

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The RNLI's lifeboat crews are mostly volunteers. They will drop everything to save lives in all conditions, day or night.

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The RNLI employes specialist staff, from engineers to trainers, to support its lifesavers and keep costs down.

Committed fundraisers around the UK and RoI give up their time to help keep the RNLI's lifeboats afloat.

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What we do

We provide 24-hour lifeboats and seasonal lifeguards dedicated to saving lives at sea.

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Advice on how to avoid getting into trouble in the first place - from lifejackets to beach flags.

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Training is vital to prepare crew members and lifeguards for whatever the sea decides to throw at them.

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The RNLI has 235 lifeboat stations, covering the coasts of UK and RoI, and selected inland waterways.

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RNLI lifeguards patrol more than 140 beaches in England and Wales, helping hundreds of thousands of people each year.

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Specially trained RNLI crews are ready to help at 24hrs notice in major emergencies at home and abroad.

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The RNLI is an independent charity, funded by voluntary donations. We could not save lives at sea without your support.

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