The current structure on Eddystone Rocks, Cornwall—historic beacon, linked to naval safety and engineering milestones.
A vessel carrying five people is in distress southwest of Eddystone Lighthouse near Plymouth. A coastguard helicopter, fixed-wing aircraft and RNLI lifeboats have been deployed, and a large search by civilian vessels is ongoing. Three people have been accounted for, with conditions and vessel details still unclear.
The Maranello, a French-registered trawler, has sunk south-west of the Eddystone Lighthouse off Plymouth after reporting a gear fault. Three crew members were rescued and hospitalised; two remain missing. The search is concluded by authorities with ongoing cross-border coordination.