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.