COASTGUARD and RNLI crews were called to assist a “dinghy in difficulty” with a family onboard - including a child and a dog.
The family were in a dinghy at the entrance to Wareham river and “uncertain of their location”.
A team from Kimmeridge Coastguard was paged at 7.03pm to assist with an RNLI crew from Poole who had already launched.
As the lifeboat arrived at the entrance of the river to conduct a welfare check information came through that the family were now making their way to the river Frome, and all were okay.
The family made their way to Redclyffe Yacht Club, where Kimmeridge Coastguard were standing by.
A spokesperson for Kimmeridge Coastguard said: “As always Coastguard Teams around the country will be available 24/7 for any coastal emergencies.
"Dial 999 - ask for the coastguard (and) enjoy the sunny bank holiday whatever you're up to!”
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