Update on Four Missing Florida Men After Fishing Trip

Missing Boaters Update

• 📌 A missing person's report was initiated when four relatives failed to return from a fishing trip off the coast of Clearwater, Florida.
• 🚤 The vessel, a 25-foot Glacier Bay power catamaran, departed Seminole docks yesterday morning and was expected back at an unspecified time.

Search Efforts and Communication Challenges

• 🚁 The Coast Guard conducted an initial helicopter search last night and deployed a fixed-wing aircraft this morning, with negative results so far.
• 📱 The missing boaters only had cell phones for communication, which typically stop working 10-12 miles offshore.
• ⚠️ There was no VHF radio or satellite communication device on board, hindering rescue efforts if they are out of cell range.

Vessel and Missing Individuals

• 🛥️ The boat is described as a white, predominantly white with a green stripe, 25-foot Glacier Bay power catamaran with twin engines and a twin hull.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The individuals on board are Clarence Woods (70), Dennis Woods (70), Chris Harding Senior (42), and Chris Harding Jr. (18).

Potential Mechanical Issues and Search Continuation

• 🔧 Family members reported previous mechanical problems with the boat, suggesting a breakdown is a possibility.
• 🌊 If the boat is within cell phone range, even if stuck, they would likely have contacted someone, indicating they are probably out of range.
• 🔍 Clearwater PD is gathering information and will remain engaged until the case is resolved, working with the Coast Guard and FWC.