Victorian Westpac Helicopters

Official Feed to follow the activities of the Lifesaver Rescue Helicopters, Lifesaver 30 & 31, as they patrol Victoria's coast and supports other emergencies

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

With hot weather across much of the state next week, we’ll be flying extra patrols to keep Victorians safe in support of @LifeSavingVic lifeguards.

Head to https://t.co/0JCf61PRFy before you head out!

[7NEWS Melbourne @7NewsMelbourne]

We have a taste of the hot conditions tomorrow before it starts to get uncomfortable next week. @tyra_stowers with an early look at the weather.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

As we head into peak season, both #Lifesaver30 and #Lifesaver31 are flying across the coastline keeping Victorians safe

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

Amazing work by our crew, working with @LifeSavingVic volunteers and @VictoriaPolice to save 5 lives on Christmas Day

[7NEWS Melbourne @7NewsMelbourne]

Six people have been saved in a dangerous 24 hours on Victoria’s waterways. Two family groups had to be winched to safety in separate incidents after being swept out to sea. @KristyMayr7

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

#RESCUE: #Lifesaver30 has had a busy Christmas Day. Tasked to rescue 3 kayakers in Westernport Bay, who luckily were wearing lifejackets. They were winched to safety. After returning, quickly tasked by @VictoriaPolice to a search off Portarlington who were located after a search.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

This afternoon #Lifesaver30 and @LifeSavingVic RWCs, with IRBs from clubs across Port Phillip Bay and @VictoriaPolice responded to a number of vessels that were caught in a weather change.

Always check conditions before you head out!

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

Whilst it’s not the greatest beach day the crew of #Lifesaver30 are on shift today and have already responded to a call on the Victorian coast

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

Yesterday #Lifesaver30 detected a “PAN” call being made by a sailing vessel that had run aground on the Bellarine Peninsula.
The crew located the yacht, and checked on the occupants welfare before arranging @CGMelb to assist.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

@DorsalAus

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

#SHARK: #Lifesaver30 has spotted a 2.5m hammerhead shark behind the patrolled area at Fairhaven.
@LifeSavingVic lifeguards have closed the beach for swimming.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

With today heading for 35+ degrees, both #Lifesaver30 and #Lifesaver31 will be flying extra patrols from their bases in Melbourne and the Bellarine Peninsula
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@LifeSavingVic lifeguards will provide the safest places to swim!

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

#LIFESAVER30 was dispatched to Williamstown to assist in the search for an overdue diver. Working with Williamstown S&LSC, Port Phillip RWCs and @VictoriaPolice.

The diver was located safe and well.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

Great to have lifesavers from Mildura LSC visit our base at Barwon Heads today to see the work we do in supporting lifesavers across Victoria

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

#Lifesaver31 returning to base after being sent to search for a missing child. So important to keep children within arms reach at all times!

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

With the hot weather this NYE we’ll be flying extra patrols to keep an eye on those enjoying the weekend by the coast

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

Always on the lookout for our rescue crew of the future, #Lifesaver30 visited Nippers at @AngleseaSLSC this morning!

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

Even though it’s been a busy couple of days, both @LifeSavingVic Westpac Helicopters are back in the air.
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#Lifesaver31 is in the far west of the state and sent this photo of Cape Otway. They’ve been to a tasking already today.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

@LifeSavingVic Westpac Rescue Helicopters have had a busy day, in addition to patrols they’ve undertaken six taskings to incidents across the state.
#Lifesaver30 and the volunteer crew will be on duty into the evening, available to respond should someone need assistance.

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

All located safe and well!

[Victorian Westpac Helicopters @LSVWestpacHeli]

#LIFESAVER30 is currently in the Kingston area assisting @VictoriaPolice with a search