Trawler refloated after major rescue operation off Dursey Island

The 32m-long trawler is understood to have run aground on rocks off the southern tip of Dursey Island 

A dramatic image shows the moment crew members were airlifted to safety. 

A 32m-long ship has been refloated after a major emergency rescue operation took place when it ran aground off Dursey Island in West Cork.

The French registered trawler, which had been sailing with 14 crew on board, is understood to have run aground on rocks off the southern tip of Dursey Island at around 2pm on Friday.