A fisherman has had a lucky escape after his tinny capsized off Callala Bay at Jervis Bay this morning
Todd Alleyn’s boat started taking on water after a crack appeared in the hull.
Jervis Bay 20 responded around 8:30 and was assisted by MV Sycamore which was out in the bay on a training exercise.
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Marine Rescue NSW Zone Duty Operations Manager Glenn Sullivan said Todd had the presence of mind to hold his phone above the water and was able to use it to talk to the crew on JB 20.
“He gave our crew his location in reference to MV Sycamore which enabled our volunteers to perform a swift recovery,” Mr Sullivan said.
He was eventually picked up by Unit Commander Kevin Hill and volunteer Adam Breau at 9:18am.
Image: Marine Rescue NSW
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