Sunken craft at Scarisbrick after high winds and rain

Bad news for an unlucky boat owner.

Reasons for this sinking have been debated at some length on this Facebook thread by experienced boating enthusiasts.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/canalsandrivers/permalink/945856895498573/?comment_id=946121118805484&notif_t=group_comment

See also

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/?gclid=Cj0KEQiAno60BRDt89rAh7qt-4wBEiQASes2tZYkd8Sqt-4qGKUmV-e0WnsHPa_ziNkuxL_5dU136kwaAo1d8P8HAQ

Happier days on the canal …

Pat Regan © 2015 

See also 

http://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/Canal_Cruiser__Sinks_In_Scarisbrick-54734172.htm

And ... 

http://www.otsnews.co.uk/sunken-craft-at-scarisbrick-after-high-winds/

Update

I have contacted the Environment Agency who advised me to contact the Canals and River Trust. I have explained the situation to both organisations. They are therefore now on the case. They also advise others to “leave the stricken boat to the professionals” in this instance. They have my contact details if they require more data.  

Canals and River Trust, Hotline number… 0800 47 999 47