Two launches THE MUMBLES LIFEBOAT, the 47ft Watson Pentland (Civil Service No. 31) launched twice in the storms of August 14, 1979. The first launch, at 0735, was to stand by while the tug Hendon brought a yacht manned by two people through the very heavy seas into the safety of the River Tawe. The lifeboat was rehoused by 0950.

The second launch was at 1103, by which time the westerly winds had reached hurricane force. A cabin cruiser towing a yacht had been reported off Newton Beach, Porthcawl.

A search was made but nothing could be found and it was thought that the informant had in fact seen a tanker, hull down, with high bow and stern.

The lifeboat was again rehoused and ready for service by 1730..