Lifejackets played a major role in preventing a more serious incident in Wellington this morning
Lifejackets played a major role in preventing a more serious incident in Wellington this morning
16 June 2019
Just after 9am, Police received reports of two people in the water close to a sinking ski boat at Lambton Harbour.
The Wellington Police Maritime Unit responded and rescued the two teens, aged 16 and 17.
They were both wearing lifejackets and had a portable marine VHF radio, although this was lost in the water.
Sergeant Richard Kennedy says it was fortunate and reminds people to always make sure to wear a life jacket.
He says it's also a great idea to take a waterproof cell phone or a phone in a sealed plastic bag.
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