A significant multi-agency search is currently in progress off the north-west coast of Ireland after a crew member from a UK Royal Navy vessel was reported missing.
Details of the Disappearance
The individual was last seen on board the ship late on Friday evening, around 10.30pm. The alarm was raised in the early hours of Saturday morning, prompting an immediate distress call to the Irish Coast Guard.
At the time the alert was issued, the Royal Navy support vessel was positioned to the north of Tory Island.
The Coordinated Search Effort
Malin Head Coast Guard is leading the extensive operation, coordinating resources across a vast area of water between Tory Island, County Donegal, and Eagle Island, County Mayo.
The search involves a substantial force, including:
- The Irish Coast Guard
- The Irish Air Corps
- RNLI lifeboats
- The naval vessel from which the person went missing
- Other assisting vessels and aircraft
Ongoing Operation
The search continues as authorities work to locate the missing crew member. This incident highlights the close cooperation between UK and Irish emergency services in responding to maritime incidents in these waters.
