Boat sinking – 11/27/2021 – 10:20 to 11:55

A boat just west of the Raurimus reported  seeing a vessel sinking with 4 POB. Another 2 boats were assisting the people in the water..Whakatane Rescue II was tasked and made its way to area. The 4 people were brought back to Whakatane. A good outcome and a big thank you to the good samaritans.

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