This afternoon’s operation included coastguard helicopters from Lydd and Lee on Solent, as well as an RNLI lifeboat.
A coastguard spokesman said in a statement during the search: “Working with the Navy, Border Force, and other partners, HM Coastguard has been coordinating a search and rescue response to an incident involving small boats off the coast of Kent.
“HM Coastguard will continue to protect life in the UK’s seas and coastal areas, collaborating with local search and rescue resources.
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