Search underway for missing diver in Volusia County, officials say

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A search is underway for a missing diver outside of Ponce Inlet in Volusia County, according to officials.

According to a spokesperson with the Coast Guard, the diver is missing from Ponce Inlet about 30 miles out into the ocean.

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All units from the Ponce Inlet Coast Guard station are searching and other agencies are responding, according to officials.

The diver was wearing a multi-color camouflage dive suit and their green and orange marker buoys were still floating where they were last seen, according to the Coast Guard.

In an update Saturday morning, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville officials said they are seeking volunteer boaters to help search for the missing diver. The established search area is 30 nautical miles east of Daytona Beach, according to the USCG.

“All boaters interested in volunteering can contact the USCG on VHF Channel 16 or at 904-714-7561. If you are going to go out, please monitor VHF Channel 16 for information broadcasts,” the USCG wrote on Facebook. Those assisting in the search are reminded to stay within the capability of their boat and crew, bring required safety equipment including lifejackets, and be mindful of current weather conditions.

The Seminole and Volusia county sheriff’s offices are also conducting dive operations to search for the missing diver as U.S. Customs and Border Protection search the area by air and water, according to the Coast Guard.

This is a developing story and will be updated with more information as we receive it.