An RNLI lifeboat were called to rescue a fishing vessel during Storm Hannah off the coast of Cork earlier today.
The crew at Castletownbere RNLI was launched at 6.16pm to assist a 33ft fishing vessel which had lost all power in Bere Haven Harbour in West Cork.
The brave crew battled sea conditions reaching force nine to rescue the fishing boat which had two people onboard.
The fishing vessel had lost all power and was at the mercy of the inclement weather.
Once on scene the lifeboat crew quickly took the vessel under tow and brought it safely to shore where the crew could seek shelter.
Castletownbere RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager Paul Stevens said: "Conditions are very challenging off shore this evening and the crew did a great job in bringing everyone home safe.
"The waves are very high and there are strong winds blowing.
"We would advise everyone to seek shelter and not attempt to go out during the weather warning."
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