RNLI Portrush rescue exhausted teenager from pounding swell

[@SuperDemon1973]

So much Respect for you guys volunteering and risking your lives to save other's such a selfless act of humanity we could all learn from it .

[@rnli]

Thanks so much for your kind words - that means a lot to us

[@cathenderson7415]

I live on Whidbey Island in the Pacific Northwest and volunteer for our local MSAR. These RNLI videos are an inspiration! and a source of virtual learning for me. Thank you for your service to your local communities and for posting the videos!! Well done!!

[@rnli]

Brilliant to hear, thanks so much Cat

[@garethchild]

That is a gobsmacking display of bravery. Well done, guys.

[@terrystephens1102]

Outstanding, another courageous rescue by our RNLI heroes.👌👌👌👏👏👏❤️

[@rnli]

🧡💙

[@harveysmith100]

Excellent work, Dave jumping in to save the lad and the Coxswain reversing the boat and the two in the water away from danger. When clear the wonderful Severn Class lifeboat with it's low side made extraction so much easier.

[@wrightharris4365]

I’ve said before I’ll say it again-you guys/gals are true heroes. You truly put it all out there with every dispatch. God bless you from here in the US👍

[@rnli]

Thanks so much for your support - we really do appreciate it!

[@Borolad116]

Awesome guys, well done.

[@sixsixteensevens297]

Well done AGAIN RNLI!

[@jix177]

Great courage and teamwork. Well done.

[@paulkidd4443]

Amazing people whom every day show courage I could only wish for. Well done RNLI !!!

[@rnli]

Thank you Paul!

[@creativedogs1171]

Loved it hope you carry on saving lives at sea!! (Also I want to join when I'm older!!!)

[@rnli]

Hope you can!

[@gavg89iiuktvii35]

Thankyou for your SERVICE GOD BLESS YOU 💎

[@harrys608]

Why would u dislike this vidio like there is nothing bad about it

[@1943L]

Imagine the feeling of the lifeboat man’s arms around you at last. Become a shore member, I am.

[@rnli]

Thanks so much for your support John

[@simongreer6179]

YES MATE, GO PORTRUSH, we're the best one!

[@brianallen858]

Tremendous bravery

[@buenaventuracazallapica6898]

Blessings for the great team rescue🌅

[@danielhill6871]

Absolutely amazing

[@drakemcfee9138]

Now that, that was courage!

[@WRPUS471]

It would be nice to know how the teen got into the situation.

[@عمربناحمدالقحطاني-ك8م]

good job 🌹💚🌹💚🌹

[@Nookumwoogy]

Do RNLI train to do jump ins to rough seas with Breathing apparatus like scuba tanks and regulators?

[@rnli]

These are not part of RNLI lifeboat kit. Our crews really only jump in when there is an immediate threat to life, as in this case. However, as part of crew training, there is a platform jump into a cold water sea survival pool at our College in Poole.

[@jillmcleod4276]

@@rnli I've jumped from that platform - it's pretty high!

[@sophia26hendey]

Pls do something about West Sussex. I live in Littlehampton and I would like to see more local stuff. Training to be a lifeguard for you guys. Thanks xx

[@rnli]

We'll certainly keep it in mind Sophia - we're excited to have you join the RNLI family as a lifeguard!

[@pauldarragh4594]

Braver men than I. And im an Afghan Veteren.

[@rnli]

Thank you for your service, Paul 🙏

[@pauldarragh4594]

@@rnli Know need. I thank you for going into harms way. All crews I thank you.

[@benlustysmodelfarm1532]

I have a caravan up in portrush

[@patlorch8478]

There were some breaking waves bearing down on the boat. I hope it went well after the lad was on board.

[@rnli]

The boy was safely handed over to paramedics on the shore

[@JettisonTheSupreme]

Excellent work. Is there a reason an ALB was deployed instead if an ILB, which in this case would make more sense?

[@rnli]

The crew of the ALB had already been assembled for a false alarm with good intent a few minutes prior. Knowing there was a casualty in the water, they didn't want to lose any time and made their way straight to Portstewart Head.

[@simongreer6179]

I don't think portrush's D-class could withstand those waves, even if it was made by the top RNLI engineers

[@benlustysmodelfarm1532]

Port rush

[@IslaVision3]

👏👏👏🤘😘

[@spaceskipster4412]

👍🏼 🇬🇧 💗

[@billscott6315]

Gonads the size of cabbages !

[@BishB11]

Looking at this video for improvement maybe an idea for a wave watcher, giving the helm ideas of what types of waves are coming (size/types). Just a thought?

[@rnli]

Great idea! We'll certainly keep it in mind 😊

[@mariebrinded4859]

Dylan 10🛥🛀👎💋😛

[@danf7402]

that’s a big boat, surely that would sweep someone under

[@Mahalo_83]

Not the capable hands of an RNLI coxswain

[@rnli]

Superb seamanship from Coxswain Des Austin

[@danf7402]

RNLI Ah, thanks for the reply :)

[@alee3146]

Boats don’t generally create enough hydraulic pressure to cause a person to be pulled underwater. Even a boat that is sinking does not generate forces that draw a person beneath the surface.

[@pjsmoggy963]

This is what the brave heroes of the RNLI were established for. 👍🥰 Not to be a taxi service for illegal aliens.

[@rnli]

We don't judge anyone we're called on to rescue, their status, their motives for being on the water, or what brought them into danger, PJ.