Engine problem – 11/28/2021 – 14:48 to 16:47
A boat reported off the Ohiwa Bar with an engine problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked to assist, located the vessel and towed it safely back to Whakatane.
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.
Fuel problem – 11/26/2021 – 11:52 to 12:35
A boat reported off Kohi Pt with a fuel problem. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked to assist and the stricken vessel made its own way back across the Whakatane Bar.
Engine problem – 11/26/2021 – 12:38 to 14:00
A boat reported at the Mussel Farm with an engine problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked to assist and towed the boat back safely to Whakatane.
Steering problem – 11/18/2021 – 12:53 to 13:55
A boat reported outside the Whakatane Bar with a steering problem and requested assistance. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked to assist and towed the boat back safely across the bar.
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