RNLI rescues passengers after boat engine catches fire off Cork coast

The Castletownbere RNLI successfully rescued six people from a boat that caught fire off the coast of West Cork. All passengers were safely brought to shore after the lifeboat crew responded to the emergency call.
Why it matters
It highlights the effectiveness of local maritime emergency response services in preventing potential tragedies.
The Castletownbere RNLI lifeboat was launched on Saturday afternoon to a boat that experienced an engine fire just off Ardnakinna Lighthouse in West Cork.
Straightforward reporting of a local emergency event.
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