More than 60 search and rescue missions were carried out by Marine Rescue volunteers across Central Coast and Hunter units during June according to figures released by Marine Rescue NSW headquarters.
Search and rescue missions included 18 emergency responses, with 112 people safely returned to shore.
The Central Coast unit recorded the third highest number of search and rescue missions last month with six search and missions while Lake Macquarie was the highest with 31 and Port Stephens second with 18 missions.
Marine Rescue Central Coast Unit Commander Ian Morrow said it was vitally important that boaters continued to monitor the weather and only go out when conditions permitted.
“Boaters can access weather updates and maritime safety alerts on the free Marine Rescue NSW app, they should also Log On via the app or VHF channel 16 so that our team of dedicated volunteers can monitor their safe return,” Morrow said.
“Boaters should regularly check their vessel’s engine and battery, have enough fuel with some in reserve, carry the correct safety equipment and always wear a lifejacket.”
Last month, 5,300 vessels Logged On with Marine Rescue NSW while the service’s radio operators managed 17,178 calls.