Search continues for boat 'in distress' in Channel as two people still missing
A search and rescue operation is underway in the English Channel for a vessel in distress with two people still missing. Multiple agencies, including the RNLI and coastguard, have been involved in the intensive search effort since Saturday night.
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Maritime safety in the English Channel is a critical issue involving international cooperation and emergency response protocols.
Image source, RNLI Image caption, HM Coastguard in Falmouth said the search was continuing on Sunday morning
Rescue efforts are continuing for a vessel in distress in the English Channel as two crew members remain missing, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency has said.
A coastguard rescue helicopter, fixed wing plane and two RNLI lifeboats began searching an area south-west of Eddystone Lighthouse off Plymouth shortly after 18:00 BST on Saturday night.
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