Thames Coastguard requested the lifeboat to launch following multiple 999 calls reporting a small catamaran which appeared to be in difficulties, with its sails torn, off Herne Bay.

When the lifeboat arrived on scene the craft was found to have been washed onto the beach, with the occupants indicating to the lifeboat crew that they were okay. Herne Bay Coastguard arrived shortly afterwards, and subsequently treated one of the occupants for a cut to the head, sustained as they came ashore.

With no further assistance required the lifeboat returned to station.