A search is under way for a paddle boarder believed to be missing off the coast of Orkney.
The Coastguard launched a search involving two water rescue teams and a helicopter after receiving a call raising concerns about the missing person at around 9pm.
A spokesperson said: “We are currently carrying out a search for a missing paddle boarder in Orkney.
“We have Longhope Lifeboat along with St Margaret’s Hope Coastguard Rescue Team and Kirkwall Coastguard Rescue Team and a rescue helicopter from Sumburgh carrying out a search in the Scappa Flow area.”
Subscribe or register today to discover more from DonegalLive.ie
Buy the e-paper of the Donegal Democrat, Donegal People's Press, Donegal Post and Inish Times here for instant access to Donegal's premier news titles.
Keep up with the latest news from Donegal with our daily newsletter featuring the most important stories of the day delivered to your inbox every evening at 5pm.