S/V is aground at Coconut Island. Apparently ran aground while recreational sailing in Hilo Bay today. No injuries; he was the only one onboard during the incident. Vessel broke its tiller, but is not taking on water. He declined rescue from HFD. He’s waiting until high tide in an attempt to get off the rocks.  I wanted to get the registration information, information on the owner, and his cell phone. 

The vessel was abandoned and salvaged by DLNR/DOBOR.
Hilo Bay
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