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The rescued vessel under tow. Photo supplied
A fishing trip to Bramble Reef turned into a rescue mission last Thursday morning when four men experienced fuel line issues on their return journey.
The vessel’s motor failed approximately 10 nautical miles north-east of the end of the sugar conveyor belt, leaving the group anchored offshore and needing assistance. The crew contacted Lucinda Coast Guard, with volunteers quickly organising a response mission.
Due to a rapidly dropping tide and limited water over the sandbar, the larger vessel could not be used, so the smaller RHIB vessel “JJ” was deployed to reach the stranded boat.
The Coast Guard crew located the vessel, attached a tow line, and safely returned the four men and their boat to Dungeness. Conditions were challenging, with strong south-westerly winds creating a rough cross-swell and white-caps during the trip out and the return tow.
The successful rescue highlights the importance of marine safety preparation and having reliable communication equipment while on the water.
(Contributed with thanks by Steve Whipps, commander of the QF14 Coast Guard)
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