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Tragedy in Portland Harbour this afternoon

A major incident has occurred in Portland Harbour this afternoon (Tuesday). Both Weymouth lifeboats, sea-going and inshore, were in attendance, as was the Search and Rescue helicopter, but tragically a kite surfer has very sadly died.

First aid was administered by the rescuers but the kite surfer in his 70s was pronounced dead at the scene.

Pictures below by Idris Martin.

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