An Edinburgh kayaker who got themselves into trouble whilst out on the water was rescued by the local lifeboat.
Queensferry RNLI took to social media to remind followers of the heroic work they carry out on a daily basis, coming to the aid of the person in distress yesterday, April 24, north of Cramond Island.
The crew say they sped out to the casualty who was found in the water grasping onto their kayak.
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The alarm was sounded at around 3pm, as the person was later rescued and handed over to the UK Coastguard.
In a statement on Facebook, the team said: "Queensferry RNLI were tasked at 3.00pm today to a kayaker seen to be in difficulties north of Cramond Island.
"The charity’s lifeboat Jimmie Cairncross made best speed to the casualty who was found in the water holding on to their kayak. The person was rescued and handed over to The UK Coastguard.
"Kinghorn RNLI Lifeboat also assisted and took the kayak back to shore."
Adrian, Deputy Launch Authority at Queensferry RNLI said: "The water temperature is still very cold, although we are in the spring time. When out on the water, always carry a means of communication with you, always try to paddle with a friend or in a group, and always wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device").
The team are regularly tasked with coming to the aid of sailors or swimmers in distress on the water, and they even rescued a trapped dog last week along the coast of Gypsie Brae.
This time, the popular tourist destination of Cramond and Cramond Island proved a tricky spot for one individual, who was lucky that the RNLI were on hand and incredibly quick to respond.
