Body Recovered in Outer Hebrides Fishing Vessel Search
Emergency services continue extensive search for two missing men off Isle of Lewis amid severe weather warnings.
Carla Rooney
A man's body has been recovered during the search for a missing fishing vessel in the Outer Hebrides.
Police Scotland received an alert regarding the missing vessel at approximately 11:35 PM on Tuesday, initiating a comprehensive response.
The families of all three individuals have been notified; Police Scotland officers provide support.
The body of one of the men has been recovered, however formal identification is yet to take place.
Extensive search operations continue, with HM Coastguard deploying an aircraft, two helicopters, six rescue teams, two RNLI lifeboats, and a local vessel.
"Extensive searches, assisted by HM Coastguard and RNLI, are ongoing," Police Scotland added.
Meanwhile, the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for the region; strong winds, heavy rain, and warm air are reportedly on the way as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias reach the UK.
A weather system containing the remnants of Hurricane Isaias is forecast to bring gales, heavy rain, and a surge of warm air to parts of the UK.
Sailings on a number of Calmac ferry routes faced cancellation or disruption on Wednesday and Thursday due to the severe weather conditions.