The signals of distress from the Newarp Light-vessel on the 26th January were also seen at Caister, and as they continued the No. 1 Life-boat Covent Garden was launched. When crossing the Scroby Sands signals of distress were observed about one mile to the south of the Light-vessel. The Life-boat therefore proceeded in the direction of the signals and found the brigantine Wilma, of Bremerhaven, with only the captain on board. As stated above, the vessel had been in collision with the Newarp Light- vessel, and the crew were taking refuge on the latter. As it was thought that it would be possible to save the brigan- tine the Life-boatmen took charge of her, and with the assistance of a tug succeeded in getting her in safety to Yarmouth Harbour. The vessel when taken in tow was in a very damaged :ondition..