In mode- rate but hazy weather in the afternoon of the 5th March the steam yacht Varuna, of New York, stranded on the edge of the Gunfleet Sands. At 2.40 P.M.

the haze lifted, and the Coastguard on watch observed the vessel. He at once reported the casualty, and the motor Life-boat James Stevens No. 14 was sent to her assistance. The captain reported that he had come through the Gat, but hauled up to westward too soon, thereby stranding. He declined any assistance, but requested the Life-boat to stand by, as he hoped to get the vessel clear on the next high water. At 9.55 P.M. the yacht floated and was anchored in deep water. As the Life-boat was no longer required she returned to her station, arriving at 10.45 P.M. The motor was reported to have worked well..