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Search Launched For Missing Person Off Coast Of Fire Island

Authorities are searching for a person who went missing off the coast of Fire Island.

Authorities are searching for a person who went missing off the coast of Fire Island.

Authorities are searching for a person who went missing off the coast of Fire Island.

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The United States Coast Guard Northeast reported that shortly after midnight on Thursday, Oct. 13, it received an emergency alert about 25 miles southeast of Fire Island.

"An HC-144 airplane and MH-60 helicopter were immediately launched from Air Station Cape Cod," the Coast Guard reported. "Aircrew reported a white cooler, oil sheen and other debris."

A motor lifeboat also began to search the area.

During the search, a survivor who was suffering from "significant injuries" was recovered, officials said.

As of the report at about 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, authorities said one person remained missing and was believed to be wearing a lifejacket.

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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