A joint rescue operation by the Honolulu Fire Department and Ocean Safety rescued a boater and three passengers near the Mokulua Islands in Ka’ohao. According to KITV, the incident occurred on Sunday evening around 6:09 p.m. after reports of a 30-foot sailboat taking on water.
A sailboat with four people, including at least one child, experienced distress near the Mokulua Islands. Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguards used jet skis to assist and guide the boat to a safe anchorage. All passengers were safely returned to Lanikai Boat Ramp. The Honolulu Fire Department helped secure the boat after the evacuation. Reports from KITV and the Star-Advertiser confirmed no injuries and no medical treatment was needed.
No further information has been released about the cause of the sailboat’s distress or the vessel’s condition after the rescue. The crew followed procedures during the operation. The agencies involved coordinated the rescue as per standard protocols.
