During the local regatta which was held on the the 29th July, the S.W. wind freshened to a moderate gale and the sea became rough and heavy. Several of the com- peting boats found the seas too much and had to retire. The yacht Savourna, when near the eastern point where the sea was very heavy, touched the outer point of a reef of rocks and before the sail could be taken in she was carried right over the reef where it was impos- sible to extricate her. It was at once decided to launch the Life-boat Marianne L. Hay and she proceeded as quickly as possible to the scene of the accident.

On arrival it was found that the yacht was considerably damaged, but the hull was protected by the surrounding rocks.

As it was not possible to do anything owing to the falling tide, the five persons on board decided to abandon her for the night and the Life-boat landed them at Youghal. A tug was then sent for and next day at high water salved the vessel.