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Two men, Ferzil Babu and Sarath Sasidharan Nair, tragically lost their lives during a rock fishing trip at the treacherous spot known as The Gap. Their deaths, along with sixteen other land-based fishing-related drownings in Northland between 2011 and 2024, highlight the extreme risks of rock fishing, especially at unprotected locations. The coroners findings emphasize the hazards of The Gap, including large waves, strong currents, and slippery rocks, with no safety signage or rescue equipment available. The coroner recommends that the local council reinstate safety measures and advises safer rock fishing practices, such as always wearing a life jacket, checking conditions, and never fishing alone.

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