Search and rescue operation, supported by the US Coast Guard is ongoing, the ministry said in a statement on Tuesday night. Photo: Giff Johnson
A search and rescue operation is underway in the Marshall Islands after a sea ambulance with four medical personnel on board went missing on Monday.
The country's health ministry confirmed that the boat departed the capital Majuro for Mili Atoll - the second largest atoll - in support of a mass TB screening campaign at 12.30pm local time on Monday.
Search and rescue operation, supported by the US Coast Guard is ongoing, the ministry said in a statement on Tuesday night.
It is urging the public with relevant information or sightings to contact the emergency services immediately.
