PWC in distress: Defence Islands
- Jan 24
- 1 min read
On January 24th at 13:50, Station 1 was tasked by the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) to assist with a disabled personal water craft just North of Defence Islands in Howe Sound. SAR 1 arrived on scene and immediately located the stricken vessel with two people on board, as well as a second working PWC with one person on board.
The pair were brought on board, and a long tow was set up. The crew then departed for Squamish Harbour. Not long into the tow, the second PWC also broke down. The third person was brought on board, and the second vessel was added to the tow.
The three people and two watercraft were safely brought back to the ramp in Squamish Harbour, and the crew returned to base in Horseshoe Bay. The crew were safe and secure at 15:49.
