The U.S. Coast Guard has been called to respond to a reported plane crash off the coast of Vancouver Island. According to officials, the incident occurred on Sunday afternoon near the town of Tofino.
The Coast Guard received a distress call from a small aircraft around 4:30 p.m. local time. The caller reported that the plane had gone down in the water approximately 10 miles west of Tofino.
A search and rescue operation was immediately launched, with multiple Coast Guard vessels and a helicopter dispatched to the area. The Royal Canadian Air Force also joined in the search efforts.
At this time, there is no information on the number of passengers or the type of aircraft involved in the crash. The cause of the incident is also unknown.
The Coast Guard has confirmed that they have located debris in the water, but have not yet found any survivors. The search is ongoing and officials are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The area where the crash occurred is known for its rugged terrain and challenging weather conditions, which may have played a role in the incident. The Coast Guard is working closely with local authorities to gather more information and determine the cause of the crash.
We will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with the passengers and crew of the aircraft, as well as their loved ones during this difficult time.
