The search for a diver who went missing off the coast of Dorset has been called off. The diver disappeared while in the water near Old Harry Rocks in Swanage on Tuesday evening. The authorities were alerted at around 6:00pm BST and launched a major search operation. Helicopters, a fixed wing aircraft, coastguard teams, and RNLI lifeboats were all involved in the effort to find the diver.
Despite extensive efforts, the search has been unsuccessful, and the Maritime & Coastguard Agency has confirmed that the operation has been terminated. The agency said that it would resume the search if any new information becomes available. The decision to call off the operation was reportedly made on Thursday at 6:00pm.
The missing diver has not been identified, and no further details are available at this time. The authorities have not released any information about the circumstances surrounding the incident. However, the incident serves as a reminder of the dangers involved in diving, particularly in the open ocean. Divers are advised to take all necessary precautions and to follow all safety protocols to ensure their own safety and that of others involved in the activity.
Despite the best efforts of the search and rescue teams involved, the outcome of this incident is a tragic reminder of the risks of diving. Our thoughts are with the missing diver and their loved ones at this difficult time. We urge all those involved in the activity to take all necessary precautions to ensure their own safety and that of others, and to report any incidents or concerns to the authorities immediately
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