A jetski rider outside the Opotiki Bar reported motor problems and requested assistance. The call was heard by another vessel who offered to help. The jetski was located and towed safely back across the Opotiki Bar. A big thank you to the Good Samaritan.
A boat off Kohi Pt reported a fuel problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue was launched and proceeded to the scene. The vessel was able to start the engine and returned safely to Whakatane with Whakatane Rescue monitoring progress following them safely...
A boat south of Whale Is reported steering failure and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue was tasked to assist and towed the vessel safely back to Whakatane.
