Vessel located, Torres Strait
A vessel reported missing after encountering a storm in the Torres Strait yesterday afternoon has been located.
Five boats left Saibai Island around 2pm heading towards Yorke Island when they were struck by the storm a short time later.
After the storm passed it was discovered one of the boats was missing.
The fifth vessel, with two men onboard, spent the night at Arden Islet after regaining their bearings after the storm.
Around 9.20am emergency services located the overdue vessel from the air at Rennel Island, approximately 9nm West of Yorke Island.
Both men were located safe and well.
