Marine Rescue Operation After Boats Capsize on River Derwent

Multiple boats capsized during a race on the River Derwent near Long Beach at Sandy Bay this afternoon, resulting in a marine rescue operation. The incident occurred around 1:20 PM as strong winds affected the water conditions.

Incident and Rescue Response

Several small racing boats overturned, displacing participants. Emergency services, including marine rescue units and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, were deployed to the location. Civilian boats also assisted in the rescue efforts.

All Individuals Accounted For

By 3:00 PM, police confirmed that all individuals involved had been accounted for and assessed by paramedics. No injuries were reported.

Severe Weather Conditions

Wind gust data from the Bureau of Meteorology indicated speeds reached 95 kilometers per hour at Hobart at 1:19 PM, with sustained northwesterly winds of 41 kilometers per hour. Conditions reportedly changed rapidly after 12:30 PM.

Precautionary Search Concludes

Police collaborated with race organizers to ensure all participants were brought ashore. Aerial and marine resources continued to search the area as a precautionary measure after all sailors were confirmed safe.