Latest News
The yacht had activated its EPIRB and life raft, and everyone was off the boat and had been accounted for.
By providing precise location data and constant satellite coverage, GNSS allow first responders to track and rescue individuals in distress.
The alert follows ACR’s ‘Prepared to Survive’ campaign which reinforces the difference beacons can make in life-threatening situations.
His PLB, which had been flashing red and white, started to flash green, meaning satellites had received the signal and were processing it.
The crew recovered the survivors and safely returned them, coordinating with local authorities.
Since 1982, these 406 MHz distress beacons have served as silent guardians, transforming fear into hope with the push of a button.
Police have urged the public to remember the importance of always wearing a life jacket and carrying a registered EPIRB.
They had sent distress signals for help as their vessel had malfunctioned due to technical troubles.
Some bystanders had loaned him a personal locator beacon to alert emergency services and wrapped him warmly while his rescuers arrived.
