PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The United States Coast Guard is searching for a ship that may have sunk off the Oregon coast Thursday night, authorities said.

According to the USCG, four or five flares were spotted from the shore about two miles off the coast of Cannon Beach.

Crews searching the area found apparent debris in the water, officials said.

Information is limited, but officials are asking anyone with information to contact the USCG.