Valentia Coast Guard is involved in the rescue of the crew of a boat that reportedly went on fire around 60 miles south west of Mizen Head.
According to the Coast Guard, the crew of 11 had to abandon the UK-registered ship but were taken safely onto another fishing vessel.
No injuries have been reported.
The rescue helicopter R115 and the Air Corps are at the scene.
Valentia Coast Guard is co-ordinating the rescue.
It was reported earlier that the vessel had been taking on water and had lost propulsion.
The crew of 11 have abandoned the vessel and are safely onboard another FV. The casualty vessel is on fire. R115 and Air Corps Casa on scene. Valentia CG coordinating #IRCG — Irish Coast Guard (@IrishCoastGuard) June 1, 2022
Valentia Coast Guard is coordinating assistance to a fishing vessel reported to be in difficulty approximately 60 miles South West of Mizen Head, Co Cork. The vessel has a crew of eleven, is reported to be taking on water, and has lost propulsion. R115 is on scene.#IRCG — Irish Coast Guard (@IrishCoastGuard) June 1, 2022
