NEW Quay RNLI’s inshore lifeboat was called into action three times in two days, firstly to a surfer near New Quay while on a training exercise on Thursday evening, then to a windsurfer in Aberaeron on Friday and, while returning to station, a passenger boat in New Quay with a fouled propeller.

On Thursday New Quay RNLI’s helm Dylan Price was taking crew on a training exercise when they were requested by HM Coastguard to assist a surfer in difficulty at Llanina.

“On arrival we found them safe and well so it proved a false alarm with good intent,” said Dylan. “We then continued with our training which included search patterns, a man overboard scenario and boat-handling drills.”

Then on Friday afternoon, in a strong northerly wind, the inshore lifeboat was called out once again.

Helm Pete Yates said: “We were requested by HM Coastguard to launch our inshore lifeboat at 1.40pm to a windsurfer in difficulty off Aberaeron.

“We made best speed up the coast in difficult conditions and arrived just as the casualty made it safely ashore, to be met by the New Quay Coastguard team.

“On returning to New Quay we assisted a passenger boat with a fouled propeller. We were able to free the rope and then return to station - good outcomes all round!

“Remember that if you see if you see anyone in difficulty or find yourself in trouble on the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”