The Arran ferry has gone off course to reportedly help in a rescue.
The vessel headed towards the coast off Stevenston to aid after a person got into trouble in the water.
The MV Isle of Arran has been in service to help with extra sailings.
The Herald understands that the Coastguard has responded after someone in an inflatable vessel was blown out to sea.
A helicopter was also dispatched to aid in the rescue.
RNLI Troon Lifeboat was called out half an hour ago, although it is not clear if this is to a separate incident.
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