Attention Mariners – Anmaropa Buoy Georges Bay barway update
At 0800 hours on Sunday the 16th of October I observed the Anmaropa wreck warning buoy was not in position. Mariners are urged to be cautious on entering Georges Bay. Sections of the following information was sourced from Marine and Safety Tasmania (MaST).
Title: Navigation Wreck Buoy – Georges Bay Barway
Mariners are advised that the blue and yellow wreck buoy marking the location of the sunken vessel Anmaropa on the Georges Bay Barway in position 41o 16 237 S; 148o 20 072 E is not in position.
Mariners are advised to seek advise if in doubt when crossing the St Helens Bar.
St Helens Marine Rescue is on standby to assist vessels seeking assistance to navigate into Georges Bay. We can be contacted via VHF Channel 16 during mornings or mobile 0408 817 359.