During a strong northerly gale which had brought up a rough sea on the 27th February the Chief Officer of Coast- guard reported that a coble was about three miles off Flamborough Head, and in considerable danger. The report was received at 4.30 P.M., and at 5 P.M.

the No. 2 Life-boat Matthew Middlewood was launched and despatched to the assistance of the coble, by which she stood until the South landing was reached in safety..