Boat users urged to be aware of changing conditions following vessel stranding within Jordan River

Key points

• Six people were rescued from a 6-metre vessel that became stuck in mud in the Jordan River at Herdsmans Cove. Emergency services received a report on Saturday 17 October, about 5.50pm. Police kept in contact with those on board while rescue options were assessed.
• Low water levels and unsafe conditions ruled out helicopter or marine retrieval. Rescuers waited for the tide to rise, and about 2am a police vessel reached the boat.
• The people were taken safely to shore and the vessel was towed from the sandbar. Police urge boat users to plan before leaving the ramp.