Improved weather conditions across New South Wales in June saw large numbers of boaters take to the state’s waterways, with Marine Rescue NSW radio operators keeping watch over 22,100 people on board vessels that had Logged On with the Service.
Marine Rescue NSW radio operators handled 19,521 calls in June, including five MAYDAYs and five Pan Pans.
Of last month’s 268 missions, 112 were emergency responses, with volunteers safely returning 487 people to shore.
“Our crews responded day and night, often in very challenging conditions. Several successful rescues were conducted after dark last month, which is something our volunteers train for. Crews from Marine Rescue Iluka Yamba, Ballina, Woolgoolga and Jervis Bay all concluded June with operations of this nature,” Commissioner Barrell said.
