Recent Emergency Callouts - Coastguard Whakatane

Engine problem – 08/26/2023 – 14:20 to 17:12

A boat reported 1nm South of Whale Is with a gearbox problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked, located the vessel and towed it safely back to Whakatane.

Engine problem – 08/18/2023 – 10:54 to 12:10

A boat reported North of Kohi Pt with an engine problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked and towed the vessel back safely to Whakatane.

Battery problem – 08/14/2023 – 17:40 to 23:45

boat reported 17nm North of the Rangitaiki River mouth with a battery problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was launched, located the vessel and towed it safely back to Whakatane.

Fuel problem – 07/30/2023 – 11:16 to 12:52

A boat reported behind Whale Is with a fuel problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked and towed the vessel back safely to Whakatane.

Engine problem ⁰ – 07/19/2023 – 11:24 to 14:30

A boat reported at the Raurimus with an engine problem. Unable to lower the engine into the water. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked, and provided a screwdriver. The motor was lowered into the water and the vessel proceeded safely back to Whakatane.