Engine problem – 02/22/2022 – 12:35 to 13:12

A dingy reported 2 nm NW of Whakatane  with an engine problem and requested assistance. The call was heard by the crew of the Whakatane Harbour Masters boat who responded and brought the vessel back to Whakatane.  A big  thank you for the good samaritan action of the crew.

Fuel problem – 02/19/2022 – 14:06 to 14:20

A boat approaching the Whakatane Bar reported a fuel problem and requested assistance. The vessel had put its anchor down  but was drifting close to the rocks. An All Stations call resulted in a vessel responding. The stricken boat was towed safely back across the bar. A big thank you to the good samaritan.

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