US Coast Guard searches for fishermen after EPIRB activated off New England coast

US Coast Guard Launches Search Operation Following EPIRB Activation Off New England Coast

A search operation is underway by the US Coast Guard following the activation of an Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) from a fishing vessel off the coast of New England. The incident occurred approximately 25 miles off the coast of Cape Ann.

According to reports, one body has been recovered so far. The vessel, identified as the Lily Jean, was reported to be in distress by the Coast Guard. A rescue operation is currently underway to locate and assist any survivors.

The US Coast Guard has confirmed that a search and rescue operation is ongoing. No further information on the number of missing persons or the cause of the incident is available at this time.

The Coast Guard has issued a statement confirming the activation of the EPIRB and the launch of a search and rescue operation. The agency is working closely with local authorities to locate and assist any survivors.

Details regarding the vessel’s location, crew members on board, and the circumstances surrounding the incident are still being investigated by the US Coast Guard.

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