Mechanical problem – 15/1/2025 0821 to 1034 (6)

A boat with 2 POB reported behind Whale Is with a mechanical problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane. Conditions were good with a slight sea and 20km visibility. Whakatane Rescue II was launched and located the vessel at the 110m mark behind Whale Is. The stricken vessel was safely towed back to Whakatane.