Dolphins help rescue two men off County Antrim coast
Larne RNLI crew were guided to shore by the animals, after their yacht became caught in fishing nets.
Last updated 6th Jul 2017
On Wednesday afternoon, an all weather-lifeboat was requested two miles east of Muck Island.
The yacht had been travelling from Bangor to Campbeltown and had no way of moving forward in no wind, after its propeller got tangled on fishing nets.
Dolphins that were in the area at the time guided the vessel into the harbour.
Speaking following the call out Roy McMullan, Larne RNLI Deputy Launching Authority reminded anyone taking to the sea this summer to respect the water:
"Sailing and motorboating are popular pastimes particularly at this time of year.
"We would encourage sailors to always wear a lifejacket and always have a means for calling or signalling for help and ensure everyone onboard knows how to use it.
"Always check the weather forecast and tide times and make sure someone ashore knows where you are going and who to call if you don’t return on time."