5 remain missing in Alaska after fishing boat capsizes: Coast Guard

Five people are missing after a fishing boat capsized near Point Couverden, Alaska, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

A 50-foot fishing boat named Wind Walker sent out a mayday call at 12:10 a.m. Sunday, the Coast Guard said.

The AMHS Hubbard overheard the broadcast and offered to assist, arriving on the scene first.

Evidence of the boat was discovered, indicating a capsize, the Coast Guard said.

Seven cold-water immersion suits and two strobe lights were located in the water within the immediate search area.

But there has been no sign yet of those who were onboard.

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