Cromer inshore lifeboat was requested to launch this afternoon by Great Yarmouth Coastguard, after reports that several people were in difficulties aboard an inflatable dinghy to the west of Cromer pier.

The ILB crew stood by on scene as the poorly equipped crew made their way ashore.

ILB ready for service 16:01

Crew on Board

M. Brown (Helm)

R. Kirk

K. Forden

Shore Crew 

G. Stallard (Tractor) 

N. Lowe

C. Begley

G. Nichols

M. Steward

A. Barker

I. van Battum

R. Leeds 

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