Volunteers from Marine Rescue Ulladulla were involved in a successful rescue today [Friday May 13].
A crew from Marine Rescue Ulladulla, on board MRU 30, responded to a call for help after an EPIRB [emergency position indicating radio beacon] was activated .
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The call for help came from four people who needed assistance after their boat hit the rocks at Bendalong.
The vessel was located when Marine Rescue Ulladulla arrived on the scene and the volunteers confirmed all passengers on board had been accounted for and safe.
Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service transferred the passengers from the rocks back to the marina, where they were treated by NSW Ambulance.
"While this group's fishing trip didn't go to plan, their safety plan ensured help arrived when they needed it," Marine Rescue said in a statement.
Meanwhile, the official boating season ended on Anzac Day.
Key statistics for the 2021-22 show the boating season was busy one:
- 41,730 boats carrying more than 140,000 people "Logged On" with Marine Rescue NSW;
- Marine Rescue NSW volunteers helped 6,433 people including 664 children and 67 pets;
- Boaters aged 35 and over accounted for 70 per cent of all rescues; and
- 62 per cent of boaters rescued described themselves as 'somewhat experienced' or 'very experienced'.
