The RNLI said the yacht was towed back to Port St Mary and there were no injuries.
Port St Mary lifeboat was launched over the weekend to assist a 24-foot yacht in difficulty off the coast of Langness.
The call-out was at 15:45 on Saturday (22 January).
The yacht was towed back to Port St Mary and there were no injuries.
An RNLI spokesman praised the sailors for raising the alarm before the situation became serious.
Work starts on Peel sewage works
Peel's finally getting its new sewage treatment plant - with work starting this week.
Merseyside police launch annual TT safety operation
Police in Liverpool have teamed up with the city's council to safeguard TT fans travelling to the Island.
LED red-flag test for TT tommorrow
Don't worry if you get red-flagged on the TT course tomorrow - it's just a test!
Invitation to welcome Manx Ukraine hero home on Friday
A motorcade led by bikers will bring a Manx hero home tomorrow.
Were you given weight-loss jabs on prescription?
Twenty-three prescriptions for weight loss drugs have been issued on the island in the past year.
New cafe for Castletown
A new café in the south of the Island has thrown open its doors today.
Strong winds and rain for first day of TT practice
This year's TT is facing a soggy and windy start, according to Ronaldsway Met Office.
Government wants to know what you think of new NHS surcharge
There's a chance to have your say on a new healthcare tax to pay for the Island's healthcare system.
