Emergency crews are continuing the search for at least one person who went missing in the St. Johns River near the Palatka Riverfront late Monday night.
According to authorities, two individuals fell into the water while shrimping from a gazebo area along the riverfront.
SEARCH EFFORT CALLED OFF FOR ST. AUGUSTINE JET SKI OPERATOR
Several bystanders reportedly jumped into the river to assist them. At least one person did not resurface.
The Palatka Police Department and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are leading the search efforts, with dive teams and a marine unit on site Tuesday morning.
Officials said weather conditions are hampering the operation.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area until further notice to allow rescue teams to continue their work.
