You've seen us rescue a variety of inflatables, but this one is a first 👀 RNLI Queensferry Lifeboat were called out to reports of a person stranded on an inflatable mattress that was quickly being blown out to sea. After falling into the water, the casualty managed to self-recover back onto the mattress, but with water temperatures of just 7°C, they were wet, cold and in need of a lifeboat crew. Our crew were soon on scene, assisting the casualty into the lifeboat and wrapping them up for warmt

'This rescue will stick with me for my whole life.' Volunteer Helm Andrew Sykes. Witness the moment RNLI Dun Laoghaire Lifeboat Station sprung into action to rescue a young child from the water 👏 Our crew located the child - they were floating on their back and calling for help. Despite rough seas, a crew member entered the water, ensuring the child's safety until they were brought aboard. Back on shore, they were met by members of Dun Laoghaire RNLI, Dublin Fire Service, and the HSE Rapid Resp

Watch as our amazing RNLI West Kirby Lifeboat volunteers rescue three walkers and their dogs. The group became immersed in water up to their shoulders as a result of a fast-incoming tide. One of the walkers called 999. If you’re heading to the coast: • Always check the weather and tide times • Carry a means of calling for help • If you get into trouble in the water, Float to Live. In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. #TideTimes #TidalCutOff #BeachSafety #UKCoast #RNLIResc

Footage from Lough Swilly RNLI as the crew battled their way through swells of 50 feet and force 10 gales, shows that our volunteers will brave the toughest conditions to save lives at sea. They were able to reach the five fishermen and with assistance from Arranmore RNLI, the crew and their fishing boat were all taken to safety. Across the UK and Ireland our crews are busier than ever and they need your help to weather the Perfect Storm. Find out how you can help: https://rnli.org/support-us/gi

#SavingLivesAtSea since the '90s, the Trent class lifeboat is a stalwart lifesaver. But have you ever seen one up close and personal? Join Ally Cerexhe, Coxswain RNLI Oban Lifeboat Station, aboard for a behind the scenes tour. #SneakPeek #RNLI #SearchAndRescue #BehindTheScenes #Lifeboats #Lifeboat | RNLI

Six crew members at RNLI Arbroath Lifeboat paid the ultimate price trying to save lives at sea on this day in 1953. Launching into stormy seas at midnight in response to distress flares they found no vessel. But conditions in the harbour prevented them from returning home. The crew decided to wait the night out at sea. As the community gathered to await the crew's return, the lights on the lifeboat went out. Cries for help were heard. A wave had capsized the lifeboat; only one crew member surviv