Suspected Stoke on a Houseboat Lake Kariba Zimbabwe

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PJM Rescue: A Life-Saving Mission on Lake Kariba – Why Membership Matters

On the evening of *1 September 2025*, PJM Rescue once again proved why its presence on Lake Kariba is indispensable.

At *2040 hrs, the PJM Rescue control room received an urgent call from a paid-up houseboat member reporting a suspected stroke and requesting immediate medical assistance. Within minutes, the rescue team—comprising a captain, doctor, and crew—was assembled and departed harbour at **2101 hrs*.

Calm Waters, Swift Response

Navigating under calm weather conditions, the captain relied on radar and intimate knowledge of the lake to reach *Palm Bay, where the houseboat was moored. A tender boat was dispatched by the houseboat to mark the channel, and at **2218 hrs, PJM Rescue made visual contact. By **2235 hrs*, the team was aboard the houseboat and the doctor was attending to the patient.

Fortunately, the condition was assessed as *non-life-threatening, and with the patient stable, the rescue team remained on board overnight, returning to harbour the next morning at **0826 hrs on 2 September*.

## 🛟 Why Membership Is Essential

This mission highlights a critical truth: when you’re in a remote area with poor communication and no possibility of air evacuation, *PJM Rescue is your lifeline*.

In this case, the houseboat owners had taken out *annual membership*, and were fully covered for the service provided. No delays. No complications. Just swift, professional care when it mattered most.

Peace of Mind on the Water

You never know when a medical emergency might strike. That’s why we urge all boat owners—whether commercial operators or private individuals—to take out PJM Rescue cover.

– *Members receive priority service*
– *Non-members can be assisted, but at commercial rates*
– *Annual membership ensures full coverage and peace of mind*

Hats Off to the PJM Rescue Team

Another successful mission, another life potentially saved. We salute the dedication and professionalism of the PJM Rescue crew.

If you’re a boat owner on Lake Kariba, don’t wait for an emergency to realize the value of rescue support. *Join PJM Rescue today—and sail with confidence.* www.pjmresponse.com