Mechanical problem – 4/08/2024 – 1330 to 1400 (43)

A boat with 3 POB reported outside the Whakatane Bar with a steering problem and requested assistance. Conditions were good with a slight sea and a NW wind of 8kts. Whakatane Rescue II  was launched and towed the boat back across the bar.

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Channels Monitored

  • Whakatāne Ch 18, 60, 16
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  • Nowcasting Ch 79

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