Lough Neagh Coastguard Rescue Team

08/09/2026

🚨 Did you know?

You can normally continue working in your usual job alongside being a Coastguard Rescue Officer.

Our Coastguard Rescue Teams operate on an on-call/pager system, which means many of our current team members attend call-outs alongside their normal jobs and day-to-day commitments.

It’s a rewarding role, a chance to support your local community, learn new skills and be part of a great team. 🌊🚨

Even more reason to apply!

Interested in joining us? Click the link below and check out our step-by-step guide on how to apply. (Information might vary slightly)

👉 Find out more and start your application today.

https://submit.forms.service.gov.uk/form/89/apply-to-be-a-volunteer-coastguard-rescue-officer/JxRe3uAg

07/09/2026

Lough Neagh Call-out. More details may follow.

***Update***

🚨 Lough Neagh Coastguard Response

The Lough Neagh Coastguard Team was tasked at 10:20 on Monday 7th September 2026 following reports of a broken-down vessel just off Bannfoot on Lough Neagh, with two persons on board.

With the assistance of Lough Neagh Rescue, the casualty vessel was assessed and safely towed to Maghery, where they were handed over to our Shoreline Coastguard Rescue Team.

A shoreline assessment was conducted and safety advice was provided. Once safely moored, all persons on board confirmed that they required no further assistance.

The team returned to the station at approximately 12:30 and remains ready for the next tasking.

🌊 If you are heading out on the water, always ensure you have the appropriate safety equipment and means of calling for assistance should you get into difficulty.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

Recruitment for Lough Neagh Coastguard Rescue is now open. If you live locally to Lurgan Craigavon and want to be part of a 999 rescue team please apply. Full training will be given


Apply here: https://submit.forms.service.gov.uk/form/89/apply-to-be-a-volunteer-coastguard-rescue-officer/JxRe3uAg

02/09/2026

RECRUITMENT NOW OPEN.

The recruitment process is now open for positions in the Kinnego Team.

Click on the link below to see more details of what you can expect to be involved in and how to apply.

All the information is contained in the link below and further details about an open night will follow in due course.

https://submit.forms.service.gov.uk/form/89/apply-to-be-a-volunteer-coastguard-rescue-officer/JxRe3uAg

28/08/2026

🚨 Lough Neagh Coastguard Response

The Lough Neagh Coastguard Team was alerted at 16:10 following concerns over a possible flare sighting above Lough Neagh.

The team carried out a thorough search of the area; however, there were no visible signs of distress or anyone requiring assistance. The team was subsequently stood down at approximately 18:10.

While this was thankfully a false alarm, the report was made in good faith, and we would always encourage members of the public to report anything they believe could indicate someone may be in distress.

If you see a suspected distress flare or have concerns for someone’s safety at sea or on the water, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

It is always better to report a concern and allow the Coastguard to investigate than to ignore something that could potentially save a life.

26/08/2026

Training night down at Station

20/08/2026

Team paged this morning with Incident support vehicle by Ambulance control to assist with RTC Portaferry coast Rd along with Bangor and Portaferry Coastguard teams

01/08/2026

Please respect the throw lines and rescue equipment situated at our rivers, lakes and reservoirs which are essential for saving people who get into trouble in the water.

Theft or vandalism of this water safety equipment is putting lives at risk.

Please leave it alone unless you need to use it for an emergency and you can also share this appeal to help protect these vital rescue tools.