Whitby RNLI launched their Shannon class all weather lifeboat on Tuesday to assist a yacht with a defective engine.
The vessel was six miles east of the harbour and required a tow to safety.
The volunteer crew located the yacht and towed it into Whitby harbour, berthing it on the visitor pontoon.
RNLI Launch Authority Stephen Upright said:
'The volunteers at Whitby train regularly for all eventualities and were able to put their skills to the test today when the call came in that a yacht was in distress.
Luckily the crew aboard the vessel reported the incident promptly which meant a safe outcome for all involved.'
If you get into difficulty at sea dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.



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