Coastguard assisting distressed boat By Laura Redpath December 10 2014, 8:32 am December 10 2014, 8:32 am Share Coastguard assisting distressed boat Share via Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Messenger Linkedin Email Post link https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/426660/coastguard-assisting-distressed-boat/ Copy Link The O Genita tied up at Pierowall The Shetland coastguard is assisting a struggling ship with 16 people on board. The Ogenita fishing vessel came into difficulty at 6.30am after her windows were knocked in, allowing water to enter. A Cumbra 102 rescue helicopter is currently on scene and the Stormness lifeboat is expected to arrive at 9.15am. The ship is currently 18 miles north west of the Orkney.
