Sea rescue for patrol boat

The woman was seen in the water near to the Hotwalls and Harbour Control was called to help.

A spokeswoman for Portsmouth Naval Base said: '˜We can confirm that Harbour Control were involved in the rescue of a woman near the Hotwalls in Portsmouth on Sunday.

'˜Harbour Control were informed of the woman in the water and responded immediately.

'˜Harbour Patrol Boat 1 safely rescued the woman and returned her to shore.

'˜She sustained no injuries and had no medical requirements as a result of the incident.'

The crew was praised on social media for their work.