AW101 Norwegian All-Weather SAR Helicopter unveilled by Norway’s Minister of Justice and Public Security

Posted on May 31, 2016 by News Editor

„h The Norwegian All-Weather SAR Helicopter is the world¡¦s most advanced and capable SAR helicopter today
„h AW101 deliveries to Norway will start in March 2017 and be completed in 2020
„h The NAWSARH is the first helicopter to be equipped with Leonardo-Finmeccanica’s Osprey AESA radar
„h Norway signed a contract for 16 AW101s and an initial 15 year integrated support and training package in December 2013

Rome, 31st May 2016 ¡V Leonardo-Finmeccanica is pleased to announce the AgustaWestland AW101 Norwegian All-Weather SAR Helicopter was unveilled today by Anders Anundsen, Norway¡¦s Minister of Justice and Public Security, during a roll out ceremony held at Leonardo Helicopters¡¦ Yeovil facility in south-west England.

Exmouth RNLI assist 11 people from river ferry aground in River Exe

Posted on May 21, 2016 by News Editor

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Inshore lifeboat George Bearman launched at 10.35pm on 20 May to assist 10 ferry passengers and skipper from a river taxi which ran aground at Bull Hill in the river Exe.

Sir Stuart Etherington heads up new format National Air Ambulance Conference Agenda

Posted on May 21, 2016 by News Editor

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Organised by the AAA; the National Conference has become a firm fixture on event calendars across the European air ambulance community and is open to all members and non-members. It aims to inspire, inform and incite debate, providing a platform for the air ambulance industry to come together, share ideas and build partnerships.

New Chair of LMG takes the helm)

Posted on May 21, 2016 by News Editor

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PR180516 Darryl Nicholas (left) succeeds Tim Baker (right) as Chair of the Exmouth Lifeboat Management Group.

At a meeting on 26 April, Tim Baker handed over the role of Chair of the Exmouth Lifeboat Management Group after six years. He is succeeded by former Exmouth Mayor, Darryl Nicholas.

6th Annual – 2016 Rotary Ride for Rescue

Posted on May 17, 2016 by News Editor

About The 2016 6th Annual, Tim Jones Memorial, Rotary Ride for Rescue

The Rotary Ride for Rescue is a timed mountain and road Hill Climb for Competitive and Recreational Riders.

Exmouth RNLI volunteers host a visit for 12 visually impaired guests

Posted on May 16, 2016 by News Editor

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Derek and Neil with their visually impaired visitors, helpers and dogs in front of Exmouth lifeboat station.

Photos: (credit: Exmouth RNLI)

On 10 May, 12 visually impaired visitors, 8 helpers, 9 guide dogs and 2 organisers visited Exmouth lifeboat station as part of their holiday at Cliffden Hotel, Teignmouth with Action for the Blind; working with the RNIB.

The untold story of the Royal Navy’s forgotten rescue service

Posted on May 9, 2016 by News Editor

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THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE RESCUE TUG SERVICE IN TWO WORLD WARS
AND ITS BATTLES TO SAVE CARGOES, SHIPS AND LIVES

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Published by Conway 2 June, 2016

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AMBULANCE CALL TO HOLY ISLAND, CAUSEWAY CLOSED BY TIDE

Posted on May 9, 2016 by News Editor

At 16.07hr on Thursday 5th May 2016, Humber Coastguard requested the launch of Seahouses All Weather Lifeboat to transport a paramedic, at the request of the North East Ambulance Service, to Holy Island. The Causeway was closed by the tide. A person on the island required urgent medical attention.

Seahouses All Weather Lifeboat was launched and conveyed a paramedic to the island, where he was met by local coastguards, who escorted him to the casualty’s location. On completion of the incident, the lifeboat returned to station at 18.00hr that day.

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Lynn Canyon Recovery Operation

Posted on May 5, 2016 by News Editor

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Yesterday North Shore Rescue was successful in recovering the body of Cole Marsh, the teen that was presumed drowned in Lynn Creek over 3 weeks ago.

CAR WITH TWO OCCUPANTS CUT OFF ON HOLY ISLAND CAUSEWAY

Posted on May 4, 2016 by News Editor

At 13.26hr on Tuesday 3rd May 2016, Humber Coastguard requested the launch of Seahouses Inshore Lifeboat to go to the assistance of two persons trapped in their car on Holy Island Causeway, by the tide. One of the persons had a medical condition (restricted mobility). High tide was 12.29hr that day (Seahouses).