A search off the south Wexford coast for a lobster fisherman has been stood down for the evening. The man was reported missing around 12:30pm ealier this afternoon.

The man, aged in his mid-50s set off from Kilmore Quay early this morning for a day of Lobster fishing.

The alarm was raised when his boat was found near the Saltee Islands shortly before lunchtime today.

Location of the Saltee Islands

The RNLI Liftboat from Kilmore Quay was launched, along with the search and rescue helicopter from Waterford.

The man is thought to have over 30 years experience at sea.

Sea conditions were said to be very calm in the south-east with good visibility. More than a dozen fishing boats were also taking part in the search.

It is thought the search will resume again tomorrow.