COASTGUARD have been called to a vessel reported to be taking on water off Bembridge this afternoon (Thursday).

Bembridge RNLI are among those who have been tasked.

The incident is ongoing.

UPDATE: 

County Press readers said the vessle has been towed to safety. 

At 4.10pm, Bembridge Coastguard Rescue Team were called to assist Bembridge RNLI.

Responding to a Mayday distress signal, the RNLI crew were bringing ashore a vessel taking on water with two people on board.

Safety advice was issued.