Fishing boat runs aground near Dunedin, prompting rescue operation; two people rescued, one hospitalized.

A fishing boat ran aground near Dunedin, prompting a large rescue operation. Two people were rescued in a dramatic operation after the vessel struck ground at Harington Point at 7:30am. A helicopter picked up those on board, one person was flown to Dunedin Hospital in moderate condition, and the second person was assessed and treated at the scene but did not require a hospital visit.

June 03, 2024
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