Coast Guard Pursues Search After EPIRB Activation Near Cape Ann; One Body Recovered
TL;DR
The U.S. Coast Guard Northeast District began a search and rescue operation after an EPIRB activation from the 72-foot fishing vessel Lily Jean, about 25 miles off Cape Ann. Attempts to contact the vessel were unsuccessful; a debris field and a life raft were found, and one unresponsive person was recovered. The search is ongoing with further updates expected as authorities continue the effort.
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- U.S. Coast Guard conducting search for vessel 25 miles off coast of Cape Ann, 1 body recovered WHDH
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