Helicopters to join desperate search for two young men missing at sea south of Cheynes Beach

A desperate search is under way for two young men missing at sea south of Cheynes Beach.

It is understood one person has been recovered.

A sea rescue vessel and surf life savers on jet skis are involved in the operation.

Helicopters have been deployed to join the search.

The missing men were believed to have been near a beach which can only be accessed by 4WD.

Police and paramedics are at the scene.