Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol SA Inc. in Point Turton, South Australia, Australia | Medical and health

Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol SA Inc.

Locality: Point Turton, South Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 7082 3049

Address: Shed 1, 68 Esplanade 5575 Point Turton, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.coastalpatrol.org/

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11.05.2022 Storms can be extremely dangerous if you are out on the water. So what do you do if a storm suddenly appears? Here's a great article with lots of handy tips on staying safe if you are caught in a thunderstorm by Club Marine. The advice in the article might just save your life: https://www.clubmarine.com.au//articles/24-5-When-lightnin

07.05.2022 Yes you DO you need a Radio Operators Certificate to operate a VHF Marine or MF/HF Marine Radio.

21.04.2022 Link to the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol SA Inc - Port Victoria Division Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Port-Victoria-Royal-Volunteer-Coastal-Patrol-104008677894990

12.04.2022 This is not quite correct, Coastal Patrol Point Turton Rescue Vessel Patrol 109 is NOT getting the AVL system installed because it is NOT a Government Funded Vessel :-( . The Coastal Patrol Port Victoria Rescue Vessel PV01 WILL be getting AVL installed :-) .

23.03.2022 After a lot of consideration, sadly we need to announce that this years Annual Easter Fishing Competition will NOT go ahead. The competition is the Patrols big...gest fundraiser, this decision was not made lightly. Current Covid restrictions do not permit using the facilities for this event. Due to the amount of funding and organisation needed for the competition to go ahead, and being unsure of what the restrictions will be over the Easter long weekend it is in the Patrols best interest to cancel this years event. We thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing everyone next year with a bigger and better fishing competition.

21.03.2022 Search for missing man on Kayak 07-02-2022. Coastal Patrol rescue vessel Patrol 109 from the Point Turton Division, Coastal Patrol Rescue vessel PV01 from the Port Victoria Division & the Communications vehicle from Coastal Patrol Yorketown radio base were requested to search for a missing man on a kayak from Wauraltee Beach area this morning, The man has since been located & a stop call received from SAPOL.

28.02.2022 Around 1 p.m. today Port Lincoln State Emergency Service volunteers where responded to debris in the water. On further investigation they realised that a barri...er that was being used to keep people away from the repairs on the swim pontoon had been thrown into the water. To person(s) who thought it would be funny to do this please be mindful that our volunteers left work today. This was a waste of valuable time given by the volunteers and a loss of time to their employers. If a vessel travelling at speed hit this partially submerged barrier the consequences could have been severe both to the vessel and the person's on board. The barrier was towed to the stenross boat ramp where council retrieved it. #volunteers #makingadifference

16.02.2022 Point Turton Rescue Vessel Patrol 109 towing a broken down boat back to Point Turton boat ramp Today 20th January 2022.

14.02.2022 US Coast Guard doing a Victor Sierra Search Pattern. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoXJfuPaFF8

31.01.2022 You think you have had trouble with an anchor before

28.01.2022 Fundraising BBQ at Point Turton jetty area Today (12th January) and again Tomorrow from around 10am till 12pm while vacswim lessons are on :-)

25.01.2022 Even with the current mild weather, a SEVERE TOTAL FIRE BAN has been declared for the YORKE PENINSULA district today, November 28th The CFS recommends that ...you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan. FIRE DANGER RATING Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Severe, well prepared and actively defended houses can offer safety during a fire. BUSHFIRE PLAN If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option. In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions. Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight. Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions. For further information contact the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361 or visit www.cfs.sa.gov.au

25.01.2022 Some good info from Marine Rescue Port Stephens.

25.01.2022 A quick job for the Point Turton Rescue Boat crew today (16-07-2020) Help a boatie out that had a flat battery.

24.01.2022 Vale - Garry Lum ESM, Cowell Sea Rescue Squadron Members of VMR are saddened to hear of the passing of long serving member and past Commodore of the Cowell Sea ...Rescue Squadron, Garry Lum. Garry made a significant contribution to sea rescue at both local and state levels, being recognised for his dedication with the awarding of the Emergency Services Medal in 2006. Our sincere condolences are extended to Garrys wife Rhonda, their family and members of Cowell Sea Rescue Squadron. Garry will be fondly remembered by all. RIP See more

23.01.2022 COVID SAfe Check-In will roll out from tomorrow, to enhance contact tracing and keep our community COVID safe. The mySA GOV app will host the COVID SAfe Check-I...n feature, which once opened, will allow you to scan a business’s QR code. The app securely collects limited personal information as you enter a business or venue. Your details will only be kept for 28 days and will only be released to SA Health for official contact tracing purposes. Download the free mySA GOV app Available now on Google Play Available on the App Store from Tuesday afternoon As Apple finalises its requirements, users are able to sign in manually until available on the App Store from Tuesday afternoon. If you have already downloaded the app make sure you have the latest version. More information is available at www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/business-and-work/covid-safe-check-in

23.01.2022 Were you involved in a search and rescue this year? Did you witness a brave act from an everyday Australian? This is your chance to nominate individuals, groups or organisations that you believe have made a significant contribution to search and rescue in Australia. Nominate them now!

23.01.2022 Article from this Weeks (13/10/2020) Yorke Peninsula Country Times www.ypct.com.au

23.01.2022 Want to get your boat license? Contact the SYP Community Hub in Yorketown on 88521820 :-)

23.01.2022 Great photo of RAAF P-8A Poseidon & SA Water Police Vessel (Investigator II)

21.01.2022 Guy calls insurer: I hit an animal and my car is totaled. That's covered, right? Insurer: Yep. What did you hit? Guy: A fish.

21.01.2022 Keep an eye out for the periscope

21.01.2022 Info from Volunteer Marine Rescue SA Post: 27-11-2020 -- SEARCH FOR MISSING KAYAKER ON LAKE ALEXANDRINA CONTINUES TOMORROW The search for the missing kayaker on Lake Alexandrina will continue tomorrow. ‘Hats off’ to the volunteers from the Victor Harbor Goolwa Sea Rescue Squadron and local boats involved in the surface search in less than perfect conditions with the strong northerly and wind shifts to the south.

20.01.2022 From Marine Rescue NSW.

20.01.2022 A new tow truck/boat ??

20.01.2022 Point Turton Tide Times 2020/21

20.01.2022 Our Coastal Patrol Rescue vessel was heading down from Port Victoria to assist in searching for the missing man as was our mobile radio base from Yorketown, We got a Stop Call before getting to Browns Beach as unfortunately the man was found deceased. Well done to the Local Fishermen, SAPOL, SES, SAAS, CFS, Rangers & PolAir for your efforts.

19.01.2022 The RNLI in the UK.

19.01.2022 If you have a barometer on your boat, did you know that the Bureau of Meteorology now offers a service to allow you to calibrate it? For SA you'll need to be in Adelaide, Ceduna, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie or Whyalla. You can access the page here: http://www.bom.gov.au/marine/portairpressure.shtml A table provides links to the closest Automatic Weather Station for key ports around Australia. These weather stations update their barometric observations every half hour. You can then calibrate your marine barometer in real time and at regular intervals. (Info Sourced from https://www.facebook.com/MarineRescue Post)

19.01.2022 Thought it was time for a bit of humour. :-)

19.01.2022 One of our Point Turton Coastal Patrol members shared these photos that he took at the Kingston ( South East SA) Boat Ramp, we thought we have a sea weed problem

19.01.2022 For the Port Hughes and Wallaroo Boat Ramps on the Yorke Peninsula.

18.01.2022 #Covid19 still affecting the #cruise industry Following the CDCs (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) decision to extend the no sail order for all #cru...ise #ships carrying at least 250 passengers through the end of September, we created two heat maps powered by #MarineTraffic data to depict the positions of passenger ships over 49,999 gross tonnage from 15 June to 15 July this year, compared to the same period in 2019. The variations in colour prove that the movement of those vessels is obviously reduced this year due to COVID-19, which still seems to be affecting the industry significantly, as lots of cruise companies have already suspended their voyages until the end of September. For more details, find the report here: https://www.cdc.gov///s0716-cruise-ship-no-sail-order.html

16.01.2022 Due to its colouring and size, it is possible to confuse the with native crabs . One distinguishing feature is the Asian Paddle Crab has 6... spikes down its side, while the Blue Swimmer Crab has 9. If you see it, report it immediately. For key differences between Asian Paddle Crabs and native species visit http://ow.ly/A51X50zS9dJ

16.01.2022 Todays (24/10/2020) tow in for the Point Turton crew, a Personal Watercraft after its riders fell off in Hardwicke Bay area, Both riders all safe and the personal watercraft towed back to Point Turton ramp.

16.01.2022 If you require a Marine Radio Operators Certificate - Long Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) or a Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP). Restricted Face to Face exams are becoming available subject to guidelines. Contact your local Invigilator for more info, a list of most Invigilators can be found here https://www.amc.edu.au/industry/omc/invigilator-search ... Coastal Patrol also do them when we have enough people requiring one - Contact the Communications Officer via email [email protected]

16.01.2022 Merry Christmas everyone, Stay safe on the water :-)

15.01.2022 A blast from the past :-) Adelaide Radio VIA http://coastradio.info/adelaide.html

15.01.2022 16:44 Dec 05 SA Severe Weather Warning: Damaging Winds. Adelaide, Mount Gambier, Murray Bridge, Snowtown, Kingscote, Naracoorte Details: SA Severe Weather Warni...ng: Damaging Winds For people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, Murraylands, Upper South East, Lower South East and parts of Riverland districts. Issued at 4:39 pm Saturday, 5 December 2020. Very windy for southern SA Saturday afternoon. Weather Situation: A vigorous cold front is moving across SA bring with it a band of gusty showers and strong, damaging westerly winds. Strong and gusty westerly winds following a cold front are likely to be damaging at times across the warning area, averaging 50-70 km/h with gusts in excess of 90 km/h. The strongest winds are likely to occur about the ranges. Winds are expected to ease from the west late this afternoon and evening, but remain fresh to strong overnight, particularly about the coasts and elevated terrain of the southern Mount Lofty Ranges. Locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Mount Gambier, Murray Bridge, Snowtown, Kingscote and Naracoorte. Many locations across central and western parts of the southern agricultural area have reported wind gust of 75-90 km/h this afternoon. The strongest wind gusts recorded have included 119 km/h at Mount Crawford (4.25 pm), 95 km/h at Edinburgh RAAF Base (3.58 pm) and Nuriootpa (3.58 pm), and 93 km/h at Outer Harbor (3.47 pm) and Minlaton (2.52 pm) - 93 km/h. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. Alert Source: Bureau of Meteorology Early Warning Network: http://www.ewn.com.au Council Resident Options & EWN Support: https://www1.ewn.com.au/support/

15.01.2022 This video from 'The Maritime Post' nicely illustrates how an EPIRB works

14.01.2022 Southern Yorke Peninsula.

13.01.2022 Australian Maritime Safety Autority. May 2020 edition of Working Boats. https://www.amsa.gov.au///files/working-boats-may-2020.pdf

13.01.2022 Wakame is great for sushi but awful for our marine environment. Help protect SAs aquatic environment. If you see this aquaticpest in the water or on the beach, report it to Fishwatch 1800 065 522

13.01.2022 Another tow in of a broken down boat for the Point Turton Coastal Patrol Rescue Vessel Patrol 109 Today 28-08-2020

10.01.2022 While a mobile phone is not a recognised distress method for mariners, the Emergency app may complement traditional methods such as a VHF marine radio or EPIRB and assist with pinpointing your location, providing you’re within a mobile service area. The ‘what3words’ positioning system covers the sea as well as land.

10.01.2022 If the hydrostatic release unit (HRU) securing your life raft is not installed correctly, it will not activate properly. Your life raft may be your means of sur...vival if your vessel sinksmake sure it is installed correctly. Learn more: https://issuu.com/aust-maritime-safety-authori//s/10537521 See more

10.01.2022 Another Tow in from NW of Point Souttar Today (26-07-2020) of a broken down boat for the Point Turton Coastal Patrol Rescue Vessel Patrol 109.

10.01.2022 Something a little bigger for the Point Turton Rescue Vessel Patrol 109 to tow Today 30-08-2020 The "Rebecca" has been stuck on a sand bar at Point Turton since Yesterday.

09.01.2022 Now is the time to get ready for the season ahead! Register and update your beacon details for free through our website: amsa.gov.au/beacons

08.01.2022 COVID-SAfe Check-in. COVID-SAfe Check-in is a new feature that has been added to the mySA GOV app to support contact tracing. https://www.sa.gov.au/mysagov/covid-safe-check-in

08.01.2022 Remember to log in, it helps :-)

07.01.2022 People might have thought a boat was on fire out from Corny Point lighthouse before lunch time Today (1-1-2021), it was actually the distress flares they let off after breaking down, Coastal Patrol Point Turton recue vessel "Patrol 109" was launched, but stood down as the broken down boat was towed in by another fisherman that was in the vacinity :-)

06.01.2022 Update 3pm Car in water at Port Augusta The car that was discovered submerged at the bottom of the Carpenters Landing boat ramp this morning on La France Terrac...e at Port Augusta has now been recovered. SAPOL Water Operations members from Adelaide help retrieve the vehicle, an old white Holden Rodeo ute which was discovered stolen this morning from Port Augusta. The boat ramp is now open again.

06.01.2022 Two men have been found safe on North Page Island after a search near Kangaroo Island. About 2.30pm yesterday (Thursday 3 December) the two men set off from Cap...e Jervis headed towards Cape Willoughby to go fishing. They were expected to return around 6.30pm last night but did not return. Police were notified about 11.50pm and a search was commenced, using the police helicopter and a Challenger search and rescue plane from Victoria, provided by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). The plane's crew located the two men on North Page Island just before 8.30am today (Friday 4 December). The men's upturned vessel was located in waters nearby, and SAPOL's Water Operations Unit will coordinate the recovery of the boat. The two Cape Jervis men, aged 48 and 47 were taken to the Victor Harbor Hospital for a check-up, but were not injured. Inspector Gus Sickerdick, Hills Fleurieu LSA, urges the boating public to wear their flotation devices every time they go out. As happened with these two men, emergency situations can arise rapidly and you may not have time to grab your life jacket. Make sure you, and everyone on your boat, put it on and wear it whenever you are on the water.

05.01.2022 Point Turton Jetty 1906.

05.01.2022 Check your trailer hitch, sadly this is happening all around the Country :-(

04.01.2022 Another quick tow in of a broken down boat in the Bay at Point Turton Today (01-08-2020) for the Point Turton Rescue Vessel & Crew.

04.01.2022 Just for a laugh

03.01.2022 Coastal Patrol Point Turton & Port Victoria Christmas & New Year's availabilty times.

03.01.2022 From 1 January 2021 float-free EPIRB requirements come into effect for certain domestic commercial vessels. This video shows the correct use and installation of float-free EPIRBs.

02.01.2022 Commercial operators who do not have a float-free EPIRB properly installed and registered with AMSA by 1 January 2020 can expect compliance action to be taken. Don’t wait until it’s too late!

01.01.2022 A few of our Coastal Patrol Members and family at our first social gathering of 2020 (Covid-19 rules in place). A few other members outside in the sunshine :-)

01.01.2022 Do you know the rules for the area where you’re going boating? Before you float your boat, make sure you float your knowledge of where area you are going. Are y...ou likely to come across any hazards or other vessels? Do you know the rules of navigation for your vessel, and the speed limits for your chosen area? Will there be other people in the area that you need to be considerate of? Make sure you KNOW IT before you go out on the water. Find out more about boating safety at www.ondeck.sa.gov.au #MarineSafetySA

01.01.2022 We've released a new safety alert to remind owners, operators, masters and crew of certain domestic commercial vessels to install a float-free EPIRB before 1 January 2021. Learn more: http://ow.ly/XmVq50BYfSz

01.01.2022 SHIP COLLIDES WITH LINCOLN WHARF A fertiliser ship, The Oldendorff, has had a close call with the Port Lincoln wharf this morning, as captured in this video.... A spokesperson from Flinders Ports Holdings has confirmed that, "there was a minor incident this morning at Port Lincoln". A ship, The Jonas Oldendorf, collided with the wharf at low speed. She had two tugs in attendance," they explained. Neither the wharf nor the ship sustained any structural damage and mooring was completed without further incident. Nobody was injured or at risk at any point. However, we will fully investigate the incident to ensure any errors are identified and remedied, the spokesperson said. Local photographer Max Coulson was on site taking photographs of the sunrise when he noticed the ship coming in at speed. He started recording video, capturing the moment that The Oldendorff comes in and nudges the wharf, bow first on the bridge. Take a look and turn your sound on for commentary by Max. Back in October 2010, container ship The Grand Rodosi came in and hit moored tuna fishing vessel The Apollo, which according to eyewitnesses, "opened like a can of beans". The ship kept moving after piercing the Apollo S and did significant damage to the Port Lincoln wharf. This is like watching a slow motion video in comparison. Revisit the 2010 collision >> www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2010/10/08/3033531.htm Used with permission via Max Coulson.

01.01.2022 Marine Rescue NSW new training facility.

01.01.2022 Sad news from near Troubrudge Point Lighthouse on The Southern Yorke Peninsula Today. 04/07/2020

01.01.2022 AMSA Safety Alert https://mailchi.mp//amsa-safety-alert-fire-prevention-prot