Electrical problem – 14/12/2024 0852 to 1030 (65)

A boat with 1 POB reported off the Thornton River mouth with an electrical problem and requested assistance. Conditions were good with a light wind and slight sea. Whakatane Rescue II was launched, located the boat and towed it back to Whakatane.

Mechanical problem – 3/12/2024 0733 to 0935 (64)

A boat with 4 POB reported 3nm East of Whale Is with a broken fan belt and requested a tow back to Whakatane. Conditions were good with a gentle breeze and a slight sea. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked, located the vessel and towed it safely back to Whakatane.

Engine problem – 2/12/2024 – 1210 to 1345 (63)

A boat with 1 POB reported off Ohope with an engine problem and requested assistance. Conditions were good with with a light breeze and a slight NW swell. Whakatane Rescue II was launched, located the vessel and towed it back to Whakatane.