Coast Guard Suspends Search for Missing Crew

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for five crew members believed to have been aboard the fishing vessel Wind Walker, which capsized in the Gulf of Alaska. The search, which covered over 108 square nautical miles, was halted due to challenging weather conditions including heavy snow, 60 mph winds, and six-foot seas. The Wind Walker sent a mayday call at 12:10 a.m. on Sunday, reporting it was overturning near Point Couverden. Despite extensive efforts involving helicopters, response boats, and two Coast Guard cutters, only empty cold-water immersion suits and strobe lights were found at the site. The Coast Guard expressed sorrow for the loss and gratitude for the swift response of all involved. The search will remain suspended unless new information emerges.