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#UPDATE (2/2) The remaining 7 people are believed to be inside the aircraft but are currently inaccessible due to the condition of the plane. Our heartfelt condolences are with those affected by this tragic incident.

#UPDATE (1/2) #USCG has ended its search for the missing plane after the aircraft was located approx. 34 miles southeast of Nome. 3 individuals were found inside and reported to be deceased. https://t.co/XndzBYHdCE

@WatchToHereJust You can call in at +1 410-874-6742 and enter the phone conference ID: 993 473 17#

#UPDATE Coast Guard, partner agencies to hold virtual press briefing for missing aircraft case near Nome, Alaska. Link in the press release below. https://t.co/JI1pHJqUMo

#UPDATE USCG Air Station Kodiak HC-130 Hercules aircrew searched the area between Nome and White Mountain with negative results. A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew is en route to the location from Cold Bay.

#RESCUE (2/2) An HC-130 Hercules airplane crew from Air Station kodiak to search their last known position. The aircraft was 12 miles offshore transiting from Unalakleet to Nome when its position was lost. More information to follow as it becomes available.

#RESCUE (1/2) U.S. Coast Guard District 17 responded to an aircraft emergency notification from Alaska Rescue Coordination Center at 4:30 p.m. today for a Cessna Caravan that reported to have 10 people aboard.

(2/2) The vessel’s EPIRB was the USCG’s only alert that these mariners were in distress, highlighting the importance of proper safety gear aboard vessels. Thanks to this and the dedication of @AKStateTrooper vessel Stimson and the Victory crews, the rescue was a success.

#BREAKING (1/2) 2 fishermen rescued today after fishing vessel Tanusha capsized near Kodiak. USCG responded after receiving the vessel’s EPIRB alert. Fishing vessel Victory assisted, locating the 2 people. USCG hoisted them with help of @AKStateTrooper & transported them to EMS.

Coast Guard Station Valdez transported three people from Perry Island to Whittier, Alaska, on Dec. 28, after their 31-foot vessel ran aground in Prince William Sound. The individuals safely disembarked the vessel to Perry Island with no reported injuries. https://t.co/3scFs1NkTG

The Coast Guard Cutter Healy crew will be offering media interviews and public tours this week! Find out more here: https://t.co/WoVgzmBp1m https://t.co/av7uj0yYsf

(2/2) Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of the five missing individuals during this unimaginably difficult time. View the full press release here: https://t.co/Ldi21GV7hg

Seventeenth Coast Guard District