This footage was filmed and produced 19 March 2024.

In a heartwarming rescue mission, the volunteer crew of the Baltimore RNLI were called into action by the Irish Coast Guard on March 19 morning after a distressed owner raised the alarm.

The crew, led by new helm David Ryan, swiftly launched the Atlantic 85 class lifeboat with crew members Jerry Smith, Kieran Collins, and Eoin O’Driscoll onboard. Despite the good weather conditions, the crew had a challenging task ahead of them.

Upon arriving at the scene, the crew found Dixie, a dog, sheltering under a rock ledge after managing to swim ashore. Quick thinking crew members Kieran and Eoin entered the sea, braving the cold waters to retrieve the stranded dog. Dixie was brought back onto the lifeboat and safely reunited with her relieved owner on shore.

Kate Callanan, Baltimore RNLI Lifeboat Press Officer, commended the crew for their swift response and successful rescue.