Yarmouth Lifeboat Scrambles to Rescue Paraglider Feared Lost in West Wight
A major rescue operation is underway after reports of a paraglider possibly falling into the waters off West Wight this evening.
Lifeboat and Coastguard Join Urgent Search
The all-weather lifeboat from Yarmouth was quickly launched following a sighting by a member of the public on the Isle of Wight. Meanwhile, the Coastguard search and rescue team from Needles is scouring the area near Totland Pier.
Eyewitness Reports and Recovery Efforts
A witness described spotting a silver and blue object plunge into the bay. The lifeboat then deployed a tender to collect items floating nearby. These turned out to be birthday balloons, recovered by a passing vessel.
Operation Continues, Updates Expected
The search remains active as crews comb the waters for any signs of the missing paraglider. More details will follow as the situation develops.
