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27 May 2022 | 05:15 AM UTC

Australia: Emergency crews responding to tourist boat accident at Horizontal Falls, Western Australia, May 27

Boat accident reported at Horizontal Falls, Kimbolton, Australia, May 27. Localized disruptions likely. Casualties possible.

Warning

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a tourist boat accident offshore of Horizontal Falls in Kimbolton, Western Australia, the afternoon of May 27. Details are not immediately clear; local media reports indicate the incident may have injured up to 25 people.

Localized disruptions are likely as authorities continue air evacuations and rescue operations.

Kimbolton is approximately 250 km (155.3 miles) northeast of Broome.

Advice

Avoid the incident site. Plan for localized disruptions if operating in the affected area. Heed all official instructions.