Marine Rescue Kioloa crew rescue two people with engine failure off Meroo Head

A volunteer crew aboard Marine Rescue NSW vessel KL20 responded to a call for assistance from a distressed vessel carrying two people off Meroo Head this morning, Thursday, 26 December.

Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Glenn Sullivan highlighted the importance of preparing your boat before heading out on the water, stating, “Boaters should always ensure that their engine and vessel are in good working order.”

“The team at Kioloa responded swiftly and successfully towed the vessel back to safety at the Kioloa boat ramp,” he added.

Inspector Sullivan also emphasised the importance of Logging On with Marine Rescue NSW: “The vessel was not Logged On with Marine Rescue NSW, so we encourage all boaters to take advantage of this vital safety measure. You can Log On using the Marine Rescue NSW app or VHF Channel 16.”