VMR Double Rescue

The Volunteer Marine Rescue Burdekin team did a double rescue on the weekend within the space of 12 hours.
The first call was from a vessel that sent a triple zero call and had run aground on the beach in front of Plantation Creek. VMR sent a crew out in their RIB (rigid inflatable boat), but unfortunately, they got caught in the tide, so they had to wait for the tide to go out to be able to rescue them.  
The rescue helicopter found the two guys and left them with enough food and water until VMR was able to rescue them. They then safely towed them back to Plantation Creek.  
The second rescue was only a few hours after the first rescue was completed, when there an emergency activation call came in. A call came from town to the water police, that a vessel had broken down and was drifting out to sea.  
The rescue helicopter had a lot of trouble getting out there on account of the rain and heavy thunderstorms in the area. VMR got there first and saw that the people were okay. However, they were unable to get to the shoreline due to the low tide.  
The rescue helicopter was eventually able to get out there to the area with the help of VMR guiding them to the spot before the men were rescued as the poor weather conditions only worsened.  
It was a very successful weekend for Volunteer Marine Rescue Burdekin. In the space of approximately 12 hours, two rescues were conducted within the same vicinity. The outcome of both rescues was good, with all individuals rescued and safe and healthy.  
President Ian Sutcliffe said, “VMR was glad to help ensure the men got back home safely to their families over the Australia Day long weekend, in what was a busy but successful day for our team.
“And remember, if you run into trouble out on the water, don’t hesitate to call 000 and VMR on: 07 4783 1014. Your very life may depend on it!”

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