A heavy sea suddenly made on the morning of the 24th April when three of the cobles were at sea. There was a strong N.E.

breeze with snow showers at the time.

The cobles were observed from shore, and without loss of time the Life-boat James Gowland was sent to their assist- ance. One of the cobles was swamped, but the other two were successful in reaching safety accompanied by the Life-boat..