Brief
One dead, two missing after fishing boat disappears off Isle of Lewis
Emergency services, the Coastguard and RNLI are searching for the missing boat amid strong wind warnings.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Police Scotland confirmed that a fishing boat was reported missing off the coast of Port of Ness, Isle of Lewis, at about 23:35 on 13 October. One man's body has been recovered, though identification is pending, while two other crew members remain missing.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency said a plane and two helicopters are involved in the search, supported by six coastguard rescue teams, two RNLI lifeboats, a local boat and Police Scotland officers. The operation continues as the Met Office has issued a yellow warning for strong winds across the Outer Hebrides, Skye and the western Highlands, affecting ferry services.
Key facts
- The fishing vessel was reported missing off Port of Ness at 23:35 on 13 October. (independent.co.uk)
- One body has been recovered; identification has not yet been confirmed. (independent.co.uk)
- Search assets include a plane, two helicopters, six coastguard teams, two RNLI lifeboats and a local boat. (independent.co.uk)
- A Met Office yellow warning for strong winds covers the Outer Hebrides and nearby regions. (independent.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] independent.co.uk — originally reported as “Desperate search for missing fishing boat near Isle of Lewis after body found”
