Search launched after boat found drifting
A MAJOR search and rescue operation was launched today after a rowing boat was found drifting in the River Itchen.
The small boat was discovered floating near the Northam Bridge shortly before 10am. There was no one onboard.
Two police launches, a coastguard helicopter and the Calshot inshore lifeboat were called in to help with the search operation.
The search was called off at around midday after owner of the boat was found safe and well at his home.
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