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Coast Guard searches for father and son off coast of Hawaii
By Nick Viviani at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
The search for a missing father and son who were last seen leaving their Hawaiian hotel on Tuesday morning continues and has extended into the waters off Oahu, the U.S. Coast Guard reported.
Key takeaway The search for a missing father and son who were last seen leaving their Hawaiian hotel on Tuesday morning continues and has extended into the waters off Oahu, the U.
Why this matters in The Plano
For North Texans, the search for a missing father and son off the coast of Hawaii may seem like a distant concern, but it has a direct connection to the community. Many Plano residents have ties to the military, and the U.S. Coast Guard's efforts to locate the missing pair are a reminder of the critical role that the Coast Guard plays in search and rescue operations. As the search extends into the waters off Oahu, it's a sobering reminder of the risks that come with traveling to coastal areas, even for those from landlocked cities like Plano. With many Plano residents traveling to Hawaii for vacation, this incident may prompt some to review their own safety plans and emergency procedures when traveling to coastal destinations. The outcome of this search will likely be followed closely by those in the Plano community with connections to Hawaii or the Coast Guard.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News ·
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