Search continues for Vandenberg firefighter

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A firefighter here, was confirmed missing after he failed to show for work Monday, June 21, after kayaking last weekend off the Santa Barbara County coast.

Sean Fleming, a firefighter assigned to the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron, was last seen June 19 kayaking off Gaviota State Beach.

The 30th Space Wing is supporting Santa Barbara County search and rescue efforts at this time. Vandenberg Fire Department water rescue unit is conducting searches on small water craft. Additionally, Vandenberg Hot Shots are conducting ground searches.

More information will be released as it becomes available.