A search operation is underway in Carlingford Lough, Northern Ireland, after a fishing boat sank in the early hours of the morning. The incident occurred at around 4:30 am local time, with one person rescued by a local boat and one still missing.
The search operation is being led by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service. A number of lifeboats and rescue vessels are involved in the search, with the coastguard also assisting in the operation.
According to eyewitnesses, the fishing boat was seen struggling in the rough seas before it sank, with the two people on board attempting to make a distress call. The exact cause of the incident is still unknown, but an investigation is underway to determine the circumstances.
The RNLI has stressed that the search operation is a complex and challenging one, with the strong winds and rough seas making it difficult for the rescue vessels to navigate the area. The organisation has urged people to stay away from the search area and to follow the instructions of the emergency services.
The incident has highlighted the dangers of fishing at sea, with the RNLI warning of the risks involved in this type of work. The organisation has also praised the bravery of the rescuers involved in the operation.