Troon Lifeboat Station praised for life saving efforts at sea
Ayrshire MSP Sharon Dowey met with volunteers last week
Troon Lifeboat Station has been praised for the work they do with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) in saving lives at sea following an MSP visit last week.
Established in 1871, Troon Lifeboat Station covers the lower Firth of Clyde with its two lifeboats, named Jim Moffat and Sheena, providing a 24-hour search and rescue service across the UK and the Republic of Ireland’s coasts.
The crew- which consists of two permanent members, Joe Millar and Evan Gallacher, and 24 volunteers- were visited by Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP Sharon Dowey.
Ms Dowey said: “As one of the busiest stations with 77 callouts last year alone, Troon’s station does a stellar job at informing people on water safety and responding to emergencies when they arise.
“For anyone heading out into the sea, the safety message that Troon Lifeboat Station delivered is always worth bearing in mind.
“They advise to check tide times, avoid offshore winds, and have a waterproof pouch for your phone. That way, if you do end up in an emergency at sea, you can quickly dial 999 for the coastguard.
“It was great to meet the team at Troon Lifeboat Station, and I would like to thank them for all the work they do in keeping people safe at sea.
“After 30 years of service at Troon Lifeboat Station, I would also like to thank Joe for his work and wish him a very happy retirement.”
Troon Lifeboat Station are also expecting five new volunteers to be joining the team in the near future.
