14 fishermen rescued from boat driven onto rocks near Dingle Harbour. Video: Kevin FlanneryFourteen fishermen are recovering after being airlifted to safety by the Irish Coast Guard after their fishing boat went ashore on rocks in storm conditions near Dingle, Co Kerry on Sunday morning. After landing its catch, the French registered FV Fastnet lost power as she was leaving Dingle Harbour and began drifting on to the rocks at Bínn Bán near the mouth of the harbour. The Dingle Coast Guard Unit was also mobilised but the lifeboat was unable to get a tow aboard the fishing boat due to a combination of rough seas and shallow water. There are now concerns it will break up on the rocks at Bínn Bán.

Source: The Irish Times December 15, 2025 06:40 UTC