Engine problem. – 07/05/2023 – 9:20 to 10:10

A boat reported off Kohi Pt with an engine problem and requested assistance. Another boat offered to help and towed the vessel back safely across the Whakatane Bar. A big thank you to the good samaritan.

Fuel problem – 06/26/2023 – 12:05 to 14:09

A call was received from a boat near Whale Is with a fuel problem, and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was launched and located the vessel. Fuel was provided, the engine started and Whakatane Rescue II followed the boat back to Whakatane.

Battery problem – 05/17/2023 – 11:30 to 12:57

A boat reported 6nm NE of Kohi Pt with a battery problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane. Whakatane Rescue II was launched, located the vessel and towed it safely back across the Whakatane Bar.