Twenty people were taken off a 34ft boat after it ran aground off Spanish Point.According to Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre: “Bermuda Radio received a call from the 34ft pleasure craft Balley Ho to report that they had ran aground off Peter Tuckers Bay, Spanish Point with 20 persons onboard.“The Balley Ho had struck the reef and was taking on water. Bermuda Radio commenced Mayday Relay broadcasts requesting urgent assistance and also tasked the marine police to attend.“A marine police unit promptly arrived on scene to assist. A number of local boats had also responded to the call and all persons onboard the Balley Ho were safely rescued.“The incident highlights a number of safety related issues as the vessel did not have enough lifejackets for all persons onboard. In addition a VHF radio was not readily available for use which helps establish a boats exact location.“Bermuda radio would like to remind all boat users of the importance of having the correct safety and radio equipment onboard.”