Tragic Accident

codprawn · 07 April 2004, 02:04

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/3604531.stm

Respect the sea - even the pros can get caught out -

"A body found on a north Wales beach has been identified as that of missing lifeboat coxswain and Barmouth harbour master, Keith Allday"

It seems 2 men went out in a 15' boat (don't know if a RIB) to lay some moorings - boat was found capsized and the 2 men are missing.

What more can be said - the poor families.

Ian · 07 April 2004, 06:35

It wasn't a rib, but it is a very sad incident. Both men known to a lot of people in Cardigan Bay area.
We were out on Monday as well, it wasn't so bad f3-4. There is to be an investigation into the tragedy.

bogib · 07 April 2004, 06:58

Sad news doesn´t matter in what kind of boat they were in. Accidents do not send any prewarning and doesn´t matter wether we are experianced or not. Condolances from us in Iceland to those involved.
Bogi

Aging Youth · 07 April 2004, 09:01

Hi All,

Very Sad news indeed. Any loss of life is tragic especially when it is unexpected.

I hope that once the investigation is compleated we get to know what the cause was. Will allow to understand "Why".

"The sea has no friends only visitors and will take anyone who is unprepared".

My condolances to the familys of these men lost.

Regards

Mike B · 07 April 2004, 09:32

Deepest condolences to both families and friends of these two men who have dedicated their lives to saving and helping others at sea.

I understand there are two investigations being launched, one by the council and one by MAIB.

A very sad loss.

Rogue Wave · 07 April 2004, 09:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike B

Deepest condolences to both families and friends of these two men who have dedicated their lives to saving and helping others at sea.

I understand there are two investigations being launched, one by the council and one by MAIB.

A very sad loss.

Yes agreed, thy are in my thoughts also

Manos · 07 April 2004, 10:28

Tragic accident it seems, sincere condolences to their families and friends.
What else can any one say

narked · 07 April 2004, 15:45

Terrible news, and was actually getting discussed quite a bit up here in Ponterwyd, 12 miles inland. Saw the Criccieth lifeboat being recovered on Tuesday after returning from searching.

John Kennett · 07 April 2004, 15:52

Not good to hear. Sounds like they were well experienced so I wonder what went wrong.

If anyone has any more information about the enquiry please keep us posted. Has there been any mention of whether or not they were wearing life jackets?

John

Mike B · 07 April 2004, 15:57

John,

Don't know much more other than that an empty life jacket and fuel tank were found floating next to the capsized dingy (outside the harbour wall, I believe).

Mike

Ian · 07 April 2004, 16:43

Reports state they were wearing life jackets when last seen. Maybe discarded to try and reach flares/vhf in the upturned boat. But whatever happened the RNLI have lost an experienced coxswain and helmsman from the same crew.

Two simultaneous enquiries ongoing.

Louise · 07 April 2004, 17:01

Condolences to the families & friends of these brave men.

Jelly · 08 April 2004, 07:22

The reports say they were out inspecting or laying moorings.
Thats not a job without an element of risk or danger, having done a few with my father in-law.
Condolences to the families.

David B · 09 April 2004, 14:54

Nice to see the respect from all you guys .

There is a great sadness in the RNLI these were very respected people a tragic accident.

David ( sheerness lifeboat station )

chrisallse · 09 April 2004, 21:10

You guys in the RNLI deserve our respect....a very sad loss to us all

codprawn · 09 April 2004, 21:36

couldn't agree more - I have always supported the RNLI - even before I ever wanted a boat!

Jklingel · 11 April 2004, 05:05

Condolances to the families from over in the States, too. Very sad. john