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19-04-2025
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Coast Guard suspends search for missing Washington state boaters
SEATTLE – The U.S. Coast Guard says it has suspended an extensive search for missing boaters whose vessel was found capsized near Neah Bay, Washington. The search began after local police notified the Coast Guard on Tuesday that a 15-foot pleasure craft with three on board had failed to return from its voyage. The boat was later found overturned on a nearby beach, and the body of one of the boaters was found nearby. First responders initially identified the boaters as a 64-year-old woman, a 63-year-old man and a 69-year-old man from Snohomish County, Washington. "The decision to suspend the search pending new information is not an easy one," said U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Mark McDonell, commander of Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound. "The U.S. Coast Guard is grateful for the support from our international, state, and tribal partners who also searched a significant amount of area near Neah Bay. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the missing boaters." New National Hurricane Center Map Aims To Highlight Deadly Rip Current Risks According to first responders, it appears the group of boaters were in the Strait of Juan de Fuca for purely recreational purposes. Due to the location of their disappearance, just south of the U.S.-Canada border, agencies from both countries participated in the 850 square nautical mile search. Representatives with the Coast Guard did not say whether they believe the weather or rough seas played a role in the boat's overturning. At times, strong westerly winds and rough seas are experienced in the Strait of Juan de Fuca, especially during the winter months, when storm systems impact the Pacific Northwest. La Nina Climate Pattern Ends As Pacific Ocean Returns To Neutral State The Clallam County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation, but all signs appear to point toward the event being a tragic accident. The Coast Guard emphasized that search efforts may be reinstated if new information arises in the case. "If anyone has new information regarding this case, contact Sector Puget Sound at 206-217-6001," the agency said in a news article source: Coast Guard suspends search for missing Washington state boaters
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1 dead, 2 still missing after boat capsizes near Neah Bay, WA
The Brief The U.S. Coast Guard suspended the search for two overdue boaters after discovering the group's capsized boat off Neah Bay. One of the boaters was recovered dead Thursday afternoon; the other two remain missing. All three were residents of Snohomish County, Washington. CLALLAM COUNTY, Wash. - The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has suspended the search for two overdue boaters off Neah Bay after discovering a third boater dead and the capsized vessel on Thursday. The USCG first announced the search for the 15-foot recreational boat Thursday morning, after the boaters failed to return as expected Wednesday around 8 p.m. What we know According to a Friday press release, Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound received a report from the Makah Tribal Police Department at 11 p.m. Wednesday that the boat had not returned to its slip. Multiple Coast Guard aircraft vessels responded, along with tribal, local, state, federal and Canadian agencies. Over a 28-hour period, rescue crews searched more than 850 square nautical miles. The boat was eventually found capsized on a beach near Koitlah Point. A 64-year-old woman was recovered dead Thursday afternoon. A 63-year-old man and a 69-year-old man remain missing. All three are residents of Snohomish County. What they're saying "The decision to suspend the search pending new information is not an easy one," said U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Mark McDonell, Commander of Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound. "The U.S. Coast Guard is grateful for the support from our international, state, and tribal partners who also searched a significant amount of area near Neah Bay. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the missing boaters." What we don't know The Clallam County Sheriff's Office is investigating and will release the names of the boaters at a later time. What you can do Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound at 206-217-6001. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. The Source Information for this story comes from a press release by the United States Coast Guard. Missing WA grandmother's remains found buried under shed These 2 WA trails rank among best in US, new study finds Reddit: Seattle crosswalk hacked with voice message mocking Jeff Bezos 37 earthquakes recorded in Okanogan County, WA, over the past week Auburn, WA business employee, co-owner speak out after building burns during police search Comedian Jeff Dunham previews his upcoming Tacoma Dome show Seattle woman arrested for pit bull attacks: 'Let him do his thing' To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national coverage, plus 24/7 streaming coverage from across the nation.
