Update: Search for missing fisherman (southern Sydney) off Illawarra coast

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers on board Port Kembla 31 assisted the multi-agency search for a missing fisherman off the Illawarra Coast today (Thursday 14 August).

“The crew on board Port Kembla 31 searched alongside NSW Water Police for three hours this morning before being stood down for the day at 11:30am because of unfavourable sea conditions off Shellharbour,” said Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Stuart Massey.

“Marine Rescue NSW volunteers and vessels remain on standby to continue the search if requested by Marine Area Command.”