Tag: rescue
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Auckland's Eagle Crew Rescues People in Dramatic Incidents
Auckland's Eagle crew has been involved in multiple rescues across Tāmaki Makaurau this past week. One rescue involved an international visitor who became trapped by the incoming tide after walking from Pine Harbour to Motukaraka Island. Senior Sergeant Garry Larsen…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportationDisasters AucklandEaglerescuePolice Air Support UnitMotukaraka IslandMahurangi InletWhangaparaoa BayNew Zealand Police
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Fishermen Rescued from Mangroves off Kaingaroa
A father and son were rescued from mangroves off Kaingaroa after their boat experienced engine trouble. The pair contacted emergency services immediately after their engine failed. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon. Police were alerted to the situation just before 2pm,…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaTransportation KaingaroaNorthland PoliceSearch and RescueDetective Sergeant Paul OvertonArawhata WharfBoating SafetyRescueNew Zealand Police
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Rescue on Tongariro Crossing Prompts Winter Safety Warning
A man was rescued from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing last weekend after getting into difficulty, prompting a warning from police about the dangers of winter conditions. Police received a call around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, from the man,…
WorldWeatherDisasters Tongariro Alpine CrossingrescuewintersafetyBarry ShepherdLibby O’BrienSearch and RescueNew Zealand Police