Woman rescued, man missing at sea after boat sends distress message
Authorities say a distress call was made near K'gari (Fraser Island) Sunday night.(ABC Wide Bay: Lucy Loram )
Two people were on board the vessel as it sailed to the northern tip of the island, also known as K’gari, when they radioed for help about 8.30pm on Sunday, police said.
Police and volunteer marine services began an air and water search before rescue helicopter crews plucked the woman from the water about 11.30am on Monday.
She will be airlifted to Bundaberg Hospital for treatment.
The search involving multiple aircraft and vessels continues for a missing male.
Authorities say a distress call was made near Sandy Cape, on the northern end of the island, around 8:30pm.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is coordinating the search for the missing yacht near Breaksea Spit.
An AMSA spokesperson said there were no further details on the condition of the person rescued.
The search is continuing for the second person, with Volunteer Marine Rescue officers, water police, a marine safety aircraft, and five rescue helicopters scouring the area.
