Search for Missing Florida Fishermen Enters Critical Phase

The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for two experienced fishermen who failed to return from a trip off the coast of Fort Myers, Florida. Family members have identified the missing men as Randall Spivey, 57, and his nephew, Brandon Billmaier, 33. They were reported missing after not coming home as planned. Search crews are scanning a large area of the Gulf of Mexico by air and sea. The men’s boat has not been located. The families of Spivey and Billmaier say they are praying for their safe return. Authorities have not released details about the planned fishing trip or possible weather conditions at the time.