The search continues for the second man that's lost at sea.
A fisherman has died and a major search is underway for a second man after a trawler sank overnight off the Wexford coast.
A garda spokesperson has said: "On Sunday, 5 January 2020, shortly before midnight, Gardaí and the Coastguard were alerted to reports that a trawler had gone missing off the Wexford coast with two men on board.
"A major search operation is underway and continues to be carried out with the RNLI and Coastguard Helicopter 117 attending. One male in his 60s was recovered from the water and was taken to University Hospital Waterford where he has since passed away. Searches continue for the second man.
The serious incident happened near Hook Head at around midnight with several rescue agencies responding to the scene.
The Waterford-based Irish Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue 117 was dispatched and RNLI boats from Dunmore East and Kilmore Quay also responded to the callout.
They continue to assist in the search for the second man.
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