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One dead and two missing after fishing boat disappears off Scotland
One body has been recovered as crews continue searching for two missing men amid strong winds and heavy rain, officials said.
- On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, a fishing vessel with three crew members went missing off Port of Ness, Isle of Lewis. Emergency services launched a major search operation involving HM Coastguard, RNLI, and Police Scotland.
- Police Scotland recovered one body at 2:45 AM on Wednesday, but two crew members and the vessel remain unaccounted for. Extensive searches by HM Coastguard and RNLI continue amid the ongoing crisis.
- Rescuers face 'very challenging' conditions as the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for the Scottish Highlands and Western Isles. Forecasters expect gusts of up to 60mph throughout Wednesday, affecting rescue operations.
- Councillor Kenneth Macleod, convenor of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, called it a 'dark day' for the community. He expressed condolences to the families of the three fishermen affected by the tragedy.
- Chief Inspector Ross McCartney urged the public not to conduct independent searches due to hazardous conditions. Anyone with information should contact police at 101, quoting reference 3575 of October 13.
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