Emergency crews involved in a search and rescue for two people missing off Sandy Cape at the northern tip of K’gari (Fraser Island) overnight have located one woman.
Initial information indicates approximately 8.30pm on May 14, two people were aboard a vessel when they radioed, advising their boat was taking on water.
Police and emergency services commenced a search and rescue involving multiple aircraft and vessels.
This morning, aircraft located one woman in the water.
The woman was retrieved by a rescue helicopter at approximately 11.30am.
She will be airlifted to Bundaberg Hospital for treatment.
The search continues for a missing male.
Earlier release:
https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2023/05/15/marine-search-and-rescue-kgari-fraser-island/
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