Search continues for boat 'in distress' in Channel as two people still missing
Summary
Rescue teams are searching for two missing crew members from a boat in trouble in the English Channel near Plymouth. Three of the five people on board have been found safe, and many civilian boats are helping with the search.Key Facts
- The boat was reported in distress southwest of Eddystone Lighthouse off Plymouth.
- Five people were on the boat; three have been accounted for.
- Two crew members are still missing.
- The search started on Saturday evening and continued through the night into Sunday.
- Rescue teams include a coastguard helicopter, plane, and RNLI lifeboats.
- Lifeboat crews from Newlyn and Salcombe joined the search after Plymouth and Falmouth crews.
- Many civilian vessels are assisting in the search operation.
- The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is coordinating the rescue efforts.
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