Fire-engulfed boat sinks near Kinloch

Photo: Supplied
Photo: Supplied
A boat sank near Kinloch Beach in Taupo yesterday afternoon after catching fire.

It caught fire just before 3pm, about 300m from shore.

Police said everyone who was on board was safe and well, as people nearby came to their aid.

The vessel sank in about 4m of water and police said it might pose a hazard to other water users.

Boaties were being warned to watch for debris.