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1 person still missing after boat overturns in Kitimat Harbour

The boat overturned in Kitimat Harbour Thursday night. Google Maps

The search continues for a missing boater in Kitimat Harbour Friday morning.

The coast guard says two people were on board when it overturned in heavy rain Thursday around 7 p.m.

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One person was rescued after trying to swim to shore and he is now recovering in hospital.

The second person was last seen clinging to the boat.

Most of those searching Thursday night have returned to shore.

A helicopter is sweeping the area Friday morning and more resources are expected to arrive to continue the search.

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