Yesterday evening, (7th April 2026), Guernsey Coastguard coordinated a response to a disabled vessel reported north of
Alligande rock, on the west coast of Herm.

The initial report was received at 8:40pm, from the 22 foot vessel, that it had broken down and that there
was two persons onboard.

Despite attempts to fix the problem themselves, it soon became apparent that the craft would need
external help and at 9:00pm, the RNLI Inshore Lifeboat was launched and tasked to assess the situation
and provide any assistance required.

Upon arrival at scene, it was quickly discovered that the mechanical issue could not be rectified at sea
and therefore, a tow was established.

Both vessels returned safely to St Peter Port, arriving at 9:40pm. The inshore lifeboat was back on station
at 9:55pm.

There were no reported injuries, and no further assistance was required.