Sadly, a man has died after a boating incident at Roaring Beach in Southern Tasmania this morning.
Police and other emergency services were called to the scene about 8.45am after reports a boat had experienced engine failure and was struck by large waves.
Two men were on board the boat at the time of the incident.
One man was able to return to shore safely before raising the alarm.
He was taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital for treatment for non-life threatening injuries.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter, police and civilian vessels searched the area for the missing man who was sadly located along with the overturned boat about 9.40am.
Our thoughts are with the man's loved ones.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
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