Stuff Taranaki police Search and Rescue (SAR) coordinator Andrew Wong Too wants everybody heading into the marine environment this summer to make sure they’re prepared and have the essential safety equipment. With survival time measured in minutes not hours, Taranaki police Sergeant Andrew Wong Too knew speed was of the essence when a boat capsized this week and three men were thrown into the water. About 3.50pm on Tuesday, the trio’s boat rolled as they attempted to navigate the bar at the Pātea river mouth following a fishing trip. Emergency services, including police, the South Taranaki Coastguard, Taranaki Community Rescue Helicopter and an Airforce Orion P3 were alerted and took part in the ensuing search.