Search continues for boat and crew 'in distress' off Plymouth

Search continues for boat and crew 'in distress' off Plymouth

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has reported ongoing rescue operations for a vessel experiencing difficulties in the English Channel, with two crew members still unaccounted for. Efforts began on Saturday evening, shortly after 6 p.m. BST, focusing on an area located southwest of Eddystone Lighthouse near Plymouth. Resources involved in the search included a coastguard rescue helicopter, a fixed-wing aircraft, and two lifeboats from the RNLI.

By early Sunday, HM Coastguard based in Falmouth confirmed that three out of the five individuals on board had been found. However, the agency has not disclosed additional details regarding the vessel involved or the specific nature of the incident. The search has been described as intensive, with numerous civilian vessels contributing to the ongoing efforts.

A spokesperson for HM Coastguard emphasized that the search efforts continued throughout the night and remain active today, supported by multiple assets dispatched to assist in the operation. The commitment to locating the missing crew members remains strong as rescue teams work rigorously.

Additionally, lifeboat crews from Newlyn and Salcombe have taken over the search responsibilities from those in Plymouth and Falmouth, who were engaged in the operation overnight. These coordinated efforts underline the importance placed on the rescue and the hope of bringing all personnel safely home

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