Kids caught in rip off Fraser Is, saved by passing boat
FIVE children had a lucky escape after being caught in a rip off Fraser Island near Eurong.
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FIVE children had a lucky escape after being caught in a rip off Fraser Island near Eurong.
The children, believed to be aged between five and eight, were pulled out to sea while swimming about 5.30pm on Thursday.
A passing vessel managed to rescue the kids and bring them safely to shore.
Police and paramedics had tasked a helicopter and the Hervey Bay Volunteer Marine Rescue crew to help search for the children.
The kids were treated by paramedics on Fraser Island.
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