Coast Guard Cutter Venturous returns home
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 9, 2024
The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Venturous (WMEC 625) returned to their homeport of St. Petersburg, Thursday, after a 60-day Caribbean patrol.
During the patrol, Venturous’ crew supported Operation Vigilant Sentry, a joint operation combining air and surface assets and personnel to address illegal maritime migration in the Caribbean corridor of the United States. The primary objective is to protect the safety of life at sea, and to deter maritime mass migration.
Coast Guard aircrew assists woman who fell from horse at Survivors Beach in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 8, 2024
A Coast Guard aircrew, in coordination local emergency management, assisted a disoriented woman who fell from a horse at Survivors Beach in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Wednesday.
Rescued is a 59-year-old woman, who was taking part in an equine tour ride with her husband when she fell off her horse and appeared to be disoriented, dehydrated, and in need of assistance.
Coast Guard Cutter Eagle and USS Constitution get underway in Boston with a 21-gun salute
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 7, 2024
BOSTON — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) is scheduled to rendezvous with USS Constitution at approximately 11:30 a.m. Friday, in the vicinity of Castle Island, in Boston, Massachusetts, where the Constitution will fire a 21-gun salute.
Constitution will also fire a 17-gun salute as it passes U.S. Coast Guard Base Boston, the historic site of Edmund Hartt’s Shipyard where Constitution was built and launched on October 21, 1797.
Coast Guard Cutter Kimball returns home following Bering Sea deployment
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 7, 2024
HONOLULU — The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Kimball (WMSL 756) returned to their home port at Base Honolulu, Thursday, after completing a 122-day patrol in the Northern Pacific, Bering Sea, and American Arctic. Kimball’s crew patrolled in support of Operation Alaskan Groundfish Enforcer, Alaskan Sentinel and Bering Shield, promoting maritime governance by enforcing domestic fishery regulations while countering illicit maritime activity from foreign fleets along the maritime boundary line.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard to commission Marine Safety Unit Coram
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 7, 2024
WHO: Capt. Elisa Garrity, Coast Guard Sector Long Island commander, Lt. Pablo Ortiz, Marine Safety Unit Coram’s commanding officer, and MSU Coram crew. WHAT: The Coast Guard is transitioning Marine Safety Detachment Coram to become a Marine Safety Unit. WHEN: Friday at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Marine Safety Unit Coram at 2045 Route 112, Coram, NY 11727. Click the link above to view full news release.
Coast Guard celebrates Rockland as a Coast Guard City
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 7, 2024
ROCKLAND, Maine — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327), Coast Guard’s First District command, Coast Guard Sector Northern New England, and Coast Guard Station Rockland celebrated Rockland recertifying as a Coast Guard City, in Rockland, Maine, on August 2, 2024.
Eagle’s command, crew and Coast Guard Academy cadets hosted a reception while the ship was anchored in Rockland Harbor.
U.S. Coast Guard completes Operation Nasse in Pacific region
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 6, 2024
HONOLULU – The U.S. Coast Guard completed participation in Operation Nasse, a three-month operation conducted by Australia, France, New Zealand, and the U.S. to safeguard the invaluable marine resources of Pacific Island nations and the Western Central Pacific Ocean, July 12.
Coast Guard participates in multinational exercise near Galapagos Islands
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 6, 2024
The U.S. Coast Guard joined coast guards and navies from 13 nations, between June 24 and July 9, in an exercise hosted by Ecuador to align international mission priorities seeking to ensure the defense, security, multinational cooperation and governance of the maritime domain of the Eastern Pacific Ocean.
The Eleventh Coast Guard District employed the Coast Guard Cutter Benjamin Bottoms, a 154-foot Fast Response Cutter, and subject matter experts to engage in professional exchanges with international partners completing a variety of exercises centered around countering illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing operations.
Coast Guard slated to remove Jacob Pike wreck
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 5, 2024
PORTLAND, Maine – The Coast Guard, working in coordination with Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and other local, state, and federal partners, is slated to begin operations to remove the 83-foot motor vessel Jacob Pike, which sank during a winter storm in Harpswell, Maine, on January 10, 2024. Click here to read more...
Coast Guard sets port conditions for northern Florida, Georgia, South Carolina
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 4, 2024
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Coast Guard captains of the ports (COTP) set port conditions, Sunday, for the Ports of Jacksonville, Fernandina, Brunswick, Savannah, coastal South Carolina and all other terminals and facilities due to forecasted sustained tropical storm force winds generated by Tropical Storm Debby that may arrive within 24 to 48 hours.
Coast Guard Captain of the Port for Sector St. Petersburg sets Port Condition Yankee
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 3, 2024
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Coast Guard Captain of the Port for Sector St. Petersburg set Port Condition Yankee for the ports of Tampa, Manatee, St. Petersburg and Fort Myers, Saturday, due to forecasted sustained tropical storm force winds between 35 and 43 mph generated by Tropical Depression Four that may arrive within 24 hours.
Coast Guard Cutter Thetis returns home after 75-day patrol in the Windward Passage and Florida Straits
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 2, 2024
KEY WEST, Fla. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Thetis (WMEC 910) returned to their home port in Key West, Friday, following a 75-day migrant interdiction patrol in the Windward Passage and South Florida Straits.
Thetis’ crew deployed in support of Homeland Security Task Force – Southeast and Operation Vigilant Sentry while patrolling in the Seventh Coast Guard District’s area of operations. Crew members carried out maritime safety and security operations aimed at safeguarding lives at sea and upholding U.S. maritime regulations.
Coast Guard informs completion of bulk diesel fuel removal from grounded vessel as interagency planning efforts for vessel removal continue
PRESS RELEASE | Aug. 1, 2024
The Coast Guard announced that bulk fuel removal operations for the grounded sailing vessel Obsession just off Flamenco Beach in Culebra, Puerto Rico were completed, Wednesday afternoon, by Resolve Marine and Clean Harbors, LLC crews.
The bulk diesel fuel removal consisted of the estimated 800 to 1,500 gallons of diesel aboard the four fuel tanks and day tank onboard the vessel. Final removal amounts will be updated when available.
Throughout the response, personnel from the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources and NOAA conducted preliminary underwater assessments to determine the impacts on the reef caused by the vessel grounding. Thus far, they have been able to recover and safeguard various species of live corals that will be used to rehabilitate the impacted area.
UPDATE* US Coast Guard Barque Eagle to visit Rockland, Maine; host public tours, and celebrate Rockland as Coast Guard City
PRESS RELEASE | July 31, 2024
Update: U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) tours for Friday, August 2, 2024, are cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Tour availability for the remainder of the weekend will be updated when available.
ROCKLAND, Maine — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327), “America’s Tall Ship,” is scheduled to arrive in Rockland Friday.
The Eagle will moor at Coast Guard Station Rockland, 54 Tillson Ave, Rockland, ME 04841, and will be open for free public tours.
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance holds change-of-command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | July 31, 2024
NAVAL AIR STATION PENSACOLA, Fla. — Coast Guard Cutter Reliance (WMEC 615) held a change-of-command ceremony, July 25, in Pensacola.
Cmdr. Aaron Kowalczk relieved Cmdr. Brian Chapman as the 34th commanding officer of Reliance during the ceremony, which was presided over by Capt. Kristen Serumgard, chief of operational forces at Coast Guard Atlantic Area in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Coast Guard Cutter Forward returns home following 60-day deployment in the central Caribbean Sea
PRESS RELEASE | July 31, 2024
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Forward (WMEC 911) returned to their home port in Portsmouth, July 27, following a 60-day patrol in the Caribbean Sea.
During the deployment, Forward patrolled within the Seventh Coast Guard District’s area of responsibility in support of Joint Interagency Task Force – South. Crew members conducted detection and monitoring operations throughout the joint operating area and executed interdiction and apprehension missions, which directly contributed to the reduction in flow of illegal drugs bound for the United States. These activities also served toward degrading and dismantling transnational criminal organizations (TCO).
Media Advisory: U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche to dock in Honolulu following joint operations with Japan Coast Guard, Philippine Coast Guard
PRESS RELEASE | July 30, 2024
WHO: Capt. Tyson Scofield, commanding officer U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL-751), Cutter Waesche crew, Japan Coast Guard members, Philippine Coast Guard members
WHAT: The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche is slated to make a port call in Honolulu following a 112-day patrol in the Indo-Pacific. Japan Coast Guard and Philippine Coast Guard members who participated in an exchange program aboard the Waesche will disembark during a ceremony after the cutter moors. Media are invited to watch the Waesche and crew moor at Pearl Harbor and interview U.S., Japan and Philippine Coast Guard members about the patrol and the exchange program.
WHERE: Berth B25, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, 1000 North Rd, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96860
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m.
Coast Guard oversees fuel removal efforts from grounded sailing vessel in Culebra, Puerto Rico
PRESS RELEASE | July 30, 2024
Coast Guard Sector San Juan pollution responders, working in consultation with local and federal environmental agencies, are overseeing efforts by specialized companies, Tuesday, to remove a substantial pollution threat from a grounded sailing vessel just off Flamenco Beach in Culebra, Puerto Rico.
The Coast Guard federalized pollution response efforts and established an Incident Command, Friday, for the vessel Obsession, a 72-foot sailing catamaran that ran hard aground on a reef July 21, 2024. The incident command is currently overseeing the removal of an estimated 800 to 1,500 gallons of diesel as well as the oil from the vessel’s engines and any potential hazardous materials that may be onboard.
The established Incident Command includes an environmental unit comprised by subject matter expert representatives from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Puerto Rico Department of Natural Resources, who have been coordinating and collaborating in this effort since the day of the incident.
U.S. Coast Guard ships arriving in Seattle for Seafair Fleet Week
PRESS RELEASE | July 30, 2024
SEATTLE – Coast Guardsmen assigned to five U.S. Coast Guard cutters, CGC David Duren, CGC Henry Blake, CGC Osprey, CGC Sea Lion and CGC Terrapin, are scheduled to arrive in Seattle to participate in annual Seafair activities, July 30 – August 4.
Coast Guard suspends search for missing swimmer off Huntington Beach
PRESS RELEASE | July 30, 2024
SAN PEDRO, Calif. — Coast Guard suspends its search for a missing swimmer off Huntington Beach, California, at approximately 8 p.m. Monday.
At approximately 9 p.m. Sunday, Coast Guard watchstanders received a report from the Huntington Beach Lifeguards of a missing 15-year-old male who disappeared while swimming with friends near lifeguard tower 11, south of Huntington Beach Pier.
Coast Guard Cutter James honored by White House at United States Interdiction Coordinator Awards Ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | July 26, 2024
WASHINGTON — The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) was honored at the White House during the United States Interdiction Coordinator Awards Ceremony on July 19.
The annual event, held by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), recognized the exceptional contributions and achievements of various law enforcement entities in drug interdiction efforts. James’ crew was recognized for top maritime interdiction.
Coast Guard Cutter Eagle to visit Portsmouth, New Hampshire and participate in Sail Portsmouth 2024 parade of sail
PRESS RELEASE | July 25, 2024
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) will be making a port-of-call in Portsmouth from Friday, July 26 until Sunday, July 28. Eagle is scheduled to take part in the Sail Portsmouth 2024 tall ships festival and will participate in a parade of sail on Friday, July 26 at 10:30 a.m. The crew is scheduled to moor later that morning around 11:30 a.m. at the New Hampshire Port Authority Pier, 555 Market Street, in Portsmouth.
Free public tours are scheduled for the following dates and times:
• Friday, July 26 (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Saturday, July 27 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
• Sunday, July 28 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Coast Guard Cutter Stone returns home after 63-day patrol in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea
PRESS RELEASE | July 24, 2024
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Stone (WMSL 758) returned to their home port in Charleston, Wednesday, following a 63-day patrol in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea in support of homeland defense and counterdrug operations.
Supporting the Tri-Party partnership, Stone served as on-scene commander, leading U.S. Navy and Royal Canadian navy assets in a dynamic mission to preserve the sovereignty of U.S. waters and counter the actions of foreign actors and transnational criminal organizations.
U.S. Coast Guard completes successful rescue, tow of motor yacht Black Pearl 1 to the Republic of Palau
PRESS RELEASE | July 24, 2024
KOROR, Palau — In a demonstration of sound seamanship and dedication, the crew of the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) completed the rescue operation of the motor yacht Black Pearl 1 and the 11 crew aboard, ensuring its safe arrival and mooring in the Republic of Palau on July 22, 2024.
"Wrapping up this tow and seeing the Black Pearl safely handed off in Palau was incredible, especially considering the size of that yacht. I'm proud of how the crew handled everything. They're creative problem solvers, come up with quick solutions on the fly, and they manage risks like pros. It's rewarding to see everyone work together seamlessly, ensuring we live up to our role as America's maritime first responder and a trusted partner in Oceania. It's moments like this that highlight the strength and dedication of the Oliver Henry crew," said Lt. Ray Cerrato, the USCGC Oliver Henry commanding officer.
Coast Guard Cutter Vigilant returns home after 55-day patrol in the Windward Passage
PRESS RELEASE | July 22, 2024
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Vigilant (WMEC 617) returned home to Cape Canaveral, July 11, following a 55-day maritime safety and security patrol in the Windward Passage. Vigilant deployed in support of Homeland Security Task Force Southeast (HSTF-SE) and Operation Vigilant Sentry (OVS).
During the deployment, Vigilant’s crew operated in the Seventh Coast Guard District area of operations and worked alongside other Coast Guard assets, international partners, the Department of Defense, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and Puerto Rico Police’s Joint Force of Rapid Action units to conduct counterdrug and migrant interdiction operations.
Responders rescue 15 boaters reported near Aguijan Island, CNMI
PRESS RELEASE | July 22, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — Fifteen boaters are safe thanks to the combined efforts of the U.S. Navy, good Samaritans from Cabras Marine Corporation, the Saipan Department of Public Safety (DPS) Boating Safety, and the U.S. Coast Guard, following a report they were disabled 15 nautical miles west of Aguijan Island, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, on July 21, 2024.
Two of the 15 boaters were hoisted by U.S. Navy Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 (HSC-25) arriving to Guam on July 21, and the other 13 were rescued by the crew of the U.S.-flagged offshore supply vessel Triton operated by Cabras Marine Corporation arriving to Saipan in the early morning hours of July 22.
“We thank all partners involved in this critical search effort, including Saipan DPS, DPS Tinian, and the crews of U.S. Navy’s HSC-25, MSC’s Jack Lummus, and Cabras’s Triton. Their collective efforts are invaluable in our mission to locate and rescue missing boaters. The hoist capable helicopter crew and local good Samaritans aboard the other vessels were vital to affecting a timely response and saving lives in this case,” said Lt. Chelsea Garcia, search and rescue mission coordinator.
U.S. Coast Guard rescues motor yacht crew 200 nautical miles west of Republic of Palau
PRESS RELEASE | July 22, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — The USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) crew is currently towing the motor yacht Black Pearl 1, located approximately 200 nautical miles west of the Republic of Palau on July 21, 2024, after responding to a distress call.
"Our primary concern is the safety of everyone aboard the Black Pearl 1. The swift response and ongoing efforts by the crew of USCGC Oliver Henry exemplify our commitment to safeguarding lives at sea. We will continue to provide all necessary support to ensure the vessel and its crew reach safety," said Lt. Chelsea Garcia, the U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue mission coordinator for the case.
U.S. Coast Guard rescues motor yacht crew 200 nautical miles west of Republic of Palau
PRESS RELEASE | July 21, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — The USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) crew is currently towing the motor yacht Black Pearl 1, located approximately 200 nautical miles west of the Republic of Palau on July 21, 2024, after responding to a distress call.
"Our primary concern is the safety of everyone aboard the Black Pearl 1. The swift response and ongoing efforts by the crew of USCGC Oliver Henry exemplify our commitment to safeguarding lives at sea. We will continue to provide all necessary support to ensure the vessel and its crew reach safety," said Lt. Chelsea Garcia, the U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue mission coordinator for the case.
Coast Guard Sector Southeast Alaska holds Change of Command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | July 19, 2024
Coast Guard Sector Southeast Alaska personnel conducted a change-of-command ceremony in Juneau at Coast Guard Station Juneau's pier, Friday. Capt. Stanley Fields relieved Capt. Darwin Jensen as commander of Sector Southeast Alaska in a ceremony presided over by Rear Adm. Megan Dean, commander of Coast Guard District Seventeen.
Coast Guard terminates voyages of two illegal charter vessels
PRESS RELEASE | July 19, 2024
SAN PEDRO, Calif. — The Coast Guard terminated the voyages of two illegal charter vessels near Newport Beach and San Pedro earlier this week.
A Coast Guard Station Los Angeles-Long Beach small boat crew responded to a 76-foot pleasure craft operating as an illegal charter in Newport Beach with 14 passengers aboard Monday. The crew found the following violations:
Violation of 46 C.F.R. 176.100 (a) for not having a valid Certificate of Inspection.
Violation of 46 C.F.R. 15.805(a)(4) for failure to have a properly licensed master on an inspected small passenger vessel.
A Coast Guard Station Los Angeles-Long Beach small boat crew responded to a 35-foot pleasure craft operating in San Pedro as an illegal charter with seven passengers aboard Tuesday. The boat crew found the following violations:
Violation of 46 C.F.R. 176.100 (a) for not having a valid Certificate of Inspection.
Violation of 46 C.F.R. 15.805(a)(4) for failure to have a properly licensed master on an inspected small passenger vessel.
Violation of 46 C.F.R. 16.201 for failure to have a random drug testing program.
Coast Guard repatriates 27 migrants to Cuba
PRESS RELEASE | July 19, 2024
The crew of the Sentinel-class Coast Guard Cutter Charles David Jr. (WPC 1107) repatriated 27 migrants to Cuba, Friday, following the interdiction of an irregular, unlawful migration voyage, approximately 23 miles south of the Dry Tortugas.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard District 11 to hold Change of Command Ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | July 18, 2024
Editor’s Note: Media members are asked to RSVP to PADETSF@uscg.mil or by calling Chief Petty Officer Levi Read at 510-316-4586
by 6 p.m. Thursday.
WHO: Vice Adm. Andrew Tiongson; Rear Adm. Andrew Sugimoto and Rear Adm. Joseph Buzzella
WHAT: Coast Guard District 11 Change of Command Ceremony
WHEN: Friday, July 19 at 11 a.m.
WHERE: Freedom Park on Coast Guard Island
Coast Guard repatriates 46 migrants to Dominican Republic
PRESS RELEASE | July 18, 2024
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Tezanos repatriated 46 migrants to the Dominican Republic, Wednesday, following the interdiction of an irregular, unlawful migration voyage, approximately 34 miles northwest of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.
Coast Guard Cutter Valiant returns home after 49-day deployment in the Florida Straits and Windward Passage
PRESS RELEASE | July 17, 2024
NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. — Coast Guard Cutter Valiant (WMEC 621) and its crew returned to their homeport at Naval Station Mayport, June 28, following a 49-day migrant interdiction operations patrol in the Florida Straits and Windward Passage.
Valiant’s crew deployed in support of Homeland Security Task Force - Southeast (HSTF-SE) and Operation Vigilant Sentry (OVS) while underway in the Seventh Coast Guard District’s area of operations. Throughout the patrol, the crew of Valiant conducted maritime safety and security missions to protect life at sea and enforce U.S. maritime law.
U.S. and Philippine Coast Guards conduct bilateral search and rescue exercise
PRESS RELEASE | July 17, 2024
SOUTH CHINA SEA — The U.S. Coast Guard and the Philippine Coast Guard joined together to conduct a bilateral U.S.-Philippine search and rescue exercise in the South China Sea, July 16.
The bilateral U.S.-Philippine search and rescue exercise included the U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class cutter USCGC Waesche (WMSL 751) and the Philippine Coast Guard Teresa Magbanua-class patrol vessel BRP Melchora Aquino (MRRV-9702). Operations included a joint sail and conducting search and rescue (SAR) training, personnel transfer evolutions, and bilateral sailing.
Coast Guard rescues 2 from sinking vessel off Point Loma
PRESS RELEASE | July 15, 2024
Coast Guard Sector San Diego personnel saved two Mexican nationals from a vessel taking on water approximately 8 miles west of San Diego, Monday morning.
Joint Harbor Command Center personnel received multiple reports, via 911, of a vessel taking on water at approximately 12 a.m., Monday morning. Sector San Diego assumed search and rescue mission coordinator responsibilities, issued an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast, and launched units from Air Station San Diego and Station San Diego.
US Coast Guard Cutter Eagle to visit Halifax, Nova Scotia
PRESS RELEASE | July 15, 2024
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) will be visiting Halifax, Nova Scotia from Thursday, July 18 until Sunday, July 21. Eagle and its crew are scheduled to moor at Berth 20 in Halifax at 6 p.m. on July 18.
Free public tours are scheduled for the following dates and times:
• Friday, July 19 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
• Saturday, July 20 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Coast Guard prepares for Lobster Mini Season
PRESS RELEASE | July 12, 2024
The Coast Guard and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are ramping up safety inspections and fishery boardings during the 2024 Lobster Mini Season along the Florida coast.
Coast Guard begins reopening ports and waterways following Hurricane Beryl
PRESS RELEASE | July 9, 2024
Following waterway assessments and coordination with federal, state, and local partners, the Captain of the Port (COTP) Houston-Galveston has set Port Condition Recovery, Tuesday, for the ports of Houston, Texas City, Galveston, and Freeport, and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway from the Colorado Locks east to High Island Bridge.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard Sector Boston to conduct change-of-command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | July 8, 2024
BOSTON — Coast Guard Sector Boston is scheduled to conduct a change-of-command ceremony Friday at Base Boston. The change-of-command ceremony marks a transfer of total responsibility and authority from one individual to another. It is a time-honored military tradition conducted before the assembled crew, as well as honored guests and dignitaries, to formally demonstrate the continuity of the authority within a command... click here to read more.
US Coast Guard Cutter Eagle to visit Hamilton, Bermuda
PRESS RELEASE | July 5, 2024
HAMILTON, Bermuda — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) will be making a port-of-call in Hamilton from Sunday, July 7 until Wednesday, July 10. Eagle is currently scheduled to moor at piers 5 and 6 in downtown Hamilton.
Free public tours will be available at the following dates and times:
• Sunday (12 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Monday (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
• Tuesday (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Coast Guard assists fishing vessel 80-miles off the coast of San Diego
PRESS RELEASE | July 3, 2024
SAN DIEGO — U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Diego responds to a report of a fire onboard the 40-foot fishing vessel Louise Caroline, approximately 80-miles off the coast of San Diego, Tuesday.
Due to communication complications, watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector San Diego Joint Harbor Operations Center received notification from a crewmember aboard the Louise Caroline via text on a Garmin device. The messages were received at approximately 2:35 p.m., reporting that: there was a fire aboard the Louise Caroline, that the fire was extinguished, and the two persons aboard were reported to be safe; however, the vessel required a tow.
Coast Guard to enforce safety zone for San Diego Big Bay Boom
PRESS RELEASE | July 3, 2024
SAN DIEGO — The Coast Guard will enforce temporary safety zones for the Big Bay Boom Fourth of July Fireworks on the waters of San Diego Bay on Thursday, July 4, 2024.
The Coast Guard Captain of the Port San Diego, Capt. James Spitler, will establish 1,000-foot radius safety zones around each of the barges within north San Diego Bay, and there will be an 800-foot radius safety zone in Glorietta Bay. The safety zones will be enforced from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will be centered at the following locations:
Enjoying Independence Day Weekend Safely: Coast Guard Urges Vigilance on the Water
PRESS RELEASE | July 3, 2024
"The allure of our beaches, waterways, and open oceans during holiday festivities is undeniable, but so too are the dangers," said Matt Brooks, Fifth Coast Guard District search and rescue program manager. "It's easy to underestimate the risks and overestimate our own abilities, and as we see too often, ignoring safety measures can turn a day of celebration into a tragic event."
Coast Guard urges safe boating during Fourth of July weekend
PRESS RELEASE | July 2, 2024
Coast Guard and local law enforcement crews throughout the Delaware Bay area will increase boating safety patrols during the Fourth of July weekend in support of Operation Dry Water, a nationwide effort to enforce boating under the influence (BUI) laws.
Response partners complete Lina'la Halom Tasi Exercise 2024 in Saipan
PRESS RELEASE | July 2, 2024
GARAPAN, Saipan, CNMI — U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, in partnership with the CNMI Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM), the Commonwealth Port Authority, and Isla Petroleum & Energy (IP&E), successfully concluded the first-ever full-scale exercise, dubbed Lina'la Halom Tasi 2024, from June 25 to 27. This exercise simulated an oil spill and aimed to enhance response capabilities and coordination among various regional agencies and organizations.
Cmdr. Ryan Crose, deputy commander of U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, praised the collaborative efforts, stating, "The Lina'la Halom Tasi Exercise 2024 is the first-ever full-scale pollution response exercise in the CNMI. It showcases the strength of our partnership with the CNMI. Our joint efforts in everything from the regional response plan to testing it in this exercise significantly improved our ability to respond effectively to maritime emergencies, ensuring the safety and security of our waters. We look forward to continued collaboration with our CNMI partners to enhance our collective preparedness and resilience."
Coast Guard commissions first Pacific Northwest-based Fast Response Cutter
PRESS RELEASE | June 28, 2024
The Coast Guard commissioned its 56th Fast Response Cutter and first one to be stationed in the Pacific Northwest during a ceremony held in Astoria, Ore., Thursday.
Coast Guard Cutter David Duren (WPC-1156) is the first of three planned Fast Response Cutter’s (FRC) to be homeported in Astoria.
The commissioning ceremony is one of the most important traditional milestones in the life of a cutter, as it represents the readiness of the cutter to conduct Coast Guard operations and marks her entry into active service.
Unified Command completes pollution response of the cruise ship Aurora
PRESS RELEASE | June 27, 2024
A unified command has completed its pollution response to the sunken vessel Aurora, a decommissioned cruise ship, which sank May 22, in Little Potato Slough within the San Joaquin Delta northwest of Stockton.
Over the last several weeks, response contractors, Global Diving and Salvage and subcontractors, successfully refloated the vessel and removed an estimated 21,675 gallons of oily water, 3,193 gallons of hazardous waste, and five 25-yard bins of debris was removed from the vessel. Extensive surveys suggest that no recoverable oil remains onboard. There were no observations of oiled wildlife throughout the response.
La Guardia Costera suspende esfuerzos de búsqueda del nadador desaparecido en Maryland
PRESS RELEASE | June 27, 2024
Baltimore- La Guardia Costera suspendió la búsqueda de un nadador de 17 años desaparecido en Stoney Creek, Pasadena, a las 9:02 a.m. del jueves.
Aproximadamente a las 11:00 p.m. del miércoles, los observadores del Sector de la Guardia Costera de Maryland recibieron un informe de un nadador desaparecido visto por última vez con su familia en la rampa comunitaria para botes Elizabeth Landing en la playa de Pasadena. Varios miembros de la familia, incluyendo el joven de 17 años, estaban nadando cerca de la rampa para botes, pero el joven de 17 años no regresó a la orilla con los demás.
PHOTO RELEASE: Coast Guard presents Charleston Harbor Pilot with Public Service Award
PRESS RELEASE | June 26, 2024
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CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Coast Guard presented a Meritorious Public Service Award to Christopher Thornton with the Charleston Branch Pilots Association, Wednesday, at the Charleston Branch Pilots Station for his commendable actions related to the uncontrolled acceleration of the MSC Michigan VII on June 5.
Media Advisory: Day One begins July 1 at CGA
PRESS RELEASE | June 26, 2024
Day One marks the traditional start of Swab Summer, an intense seven-week training program designed to transform civilian students into military members ready to accept the challenges that await them in their pursuit to become Coast Guard Officers. During their first day at the Academy, the Swabs (as the new cadets are called) will cycle through uniform issue, drill practice and various administrative in-processing.
Coast Guard’s 2024 Art Collection on view at Salmagundi Club, Federal Hall National Memorial Exhibit to follow
PRESS RELEASE | June 26, 2024
NEW YORK — The Coast Guard Art Program (COGAP) is scheduled to show 36 works by 31 artists at the Salmagundi Club in Manhattan from July 1 through July 26, 2024. The Salmagundi Club is located at 47 Fifth Avenue in New York. The event is free, open to the public, and can be seen Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Click the link above to view full news release.
U.S. Coast Guard coordinating international long-range search for missing commercial mariner south of Guam
PRESS RELEASE | June 25, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard's Joint Rescue Sub-Center (JRSC) Guam team is urgently coordinating an ongoing multi-national search effort following a man overboard incident reported by the crew of the cargo ship Motor Vessel (M/V) Daiwan Glory roughly 607 nautical miles south of Guam, between Guam and Papua New Guinea.
The crew of the M/V Daiwan Glory continues to search their reciprocal track line. As of June 25 at about 8:40 p.m. ChST (Chamorro Standard Time), the crews of the commercial vessels M/V Kota Gabung and M/V Golden Hope confirmed their participation, altering course to assist in the search. On June 26, the M/V Hupeh, also transiting the area, ran a track line search en route to their next port of call in Australia, and the LNG tanker Cesi Beihai is also assisting.
U.S. Coast Guard responds to distressed vessel near the San Diego Bay and saves 2 adults and 3 children
PRESS RELEASE | June 25, 2024
SAN DIEGO — A U.S. Coast Guard Station San Diego boatcrew successfully saved two adults and three children from a recreational vessel, Tuna Trax, near the entrance of the San Diego Bay early this morning.
Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector San Diego Joint Harbor Operations Center received notification from the Tuna Trax at approximately 10:44 a.m., the 34-foot recreational vessel operator contacted Coast Guard Sector San Diego reporting that all three of its bilge pumps had failed and the vessel was taking on water.
US Coast Guard Patrol Forces Southwest Asia holds change-of-command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | June 24, 2024
MANAMA, Bahrain. — U.S. Coast Guard Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA) held a change-of-command ceremony, June, 18, 2024, at Naval Support Activity Bahrain. Capt. James Camp relieved Capt. John McTamney as commodore of the unit.
Vice Adm. Nathan Moore, commander, Coast Guard Atlantic Area, presided over the event.
US Coast Guard Cutter Eagle to visit Bridgetown, Barbados
PRESS RELEASE | June 24, 2024
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) will be making a port-of-call in Bridgetown from Monday, June 24 until Thursday, June 27.
Free public tours will be available at the following dates and times:
• Monday (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Tuesday (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
• Wednesday (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
US Coast Guard Cutter Alert transfers from Astoria, Oregon, arrives at new home port in Cape Canaveral, Florida
PRESS RELEASE | June 24, 2024
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Alert (WMEC 630) and its crew arrived at their new home port of Cape Canaveral, June 10, 2024. Alert began the eastward journey in May after concluding 30 years of service while homeported in Astoria, Oregon, along the Pacific Northwest’s Columbia River.
Over the course of the 30-day, 6,000 nautical mile transit, Alert crossed the equator, transited the Panama Canal, and responded to search and rescue cases. Marking a new era, Alert rendered honors to the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter David Duren (FRC 1156), a fast response cutter transiting northbound to Astoria to relieve Alert’s watch in the Pacific Northwest.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Fifth Coast Guard District to hold change-of-command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | June 24, 2024
The Fifth Coast Guard District is scheduled to hold a Change-of-Command ceremony Wednesday at Coast Guard Base Portsmouth.
Rear Adm. John “Jay” Vann will assume the duties and responsibilities of the Fifth Coast Guard District from Rear Adm. Shannon Gilreath. Vice Admiral Nathan Moore, commander of Coast Guard Atlantic Area, will be the presiding official over the ceremony.
Coast Guard to provide safety during Dali transit from Baltimore to the Port of Virginia
PRESS RELEASE | June 24, 2024
The Coast Guard will oversee the safe and secure voyage of the motor vessel Dali Monday, as it transits to the Port of Virginia from the Port of Baltimore, where it has remained since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the early hours of March 26.
During the transit, the Coast Guard Cutter Sailfish, an 87-foot Marine Protector-class patrol boat homeported in Virginia Beach, will provide a 500-yard safety zone around the Dali while Coast Guard watchstanders at command centers in the Fifth Coast Guard District, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region and Sector Virginia will closely monitor the ship’s movement as it transits through each captain of the port zone.
U.S. Coast Guard rescues 13 boaters near Guam
PRESS RELEASE | June 23, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, demonstrating preparedness and efficiency, successfully conducted a search and rescue operation for a distressed vessel 13 nautical miles north of Guam on June 23, 2024, saving 13 boaters.
This successful rescue operation, a testament to the power of collaboration, underscores the critical importance of our partnerships and the vital role of proper safety measures at sea. Lt. Chelsea Garcia, the operation's search and rescue mission coordinator, highlighted, "Even with good weather conditions, having 13 people on a 23-foot boat can be risky. Our seamless collaboration with Guam Fire Rescue and other agencies ensured a swift and effective response. This incident highlights the necessity of having reliable communication devices and lifejackets aboard, as they can make all the difference in emergencies."
US Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless celebrated for 56 years’ service during heritage recognition ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | June 21, 2024
NAVAL AIR STATION PENSACOLA, Fla. — The Coast Guard held a heritage recognition ceremony, Friday, in Pensacola to honor the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless (WMEC 624) and recognize its 56 years of exemplary service.
The ceremony was presided over by Vice Adm. Nathan Moore, Atlantic Area commander, and served to celebrate Dauntless’ contributions to the service and Nation in the presence of cutter leadership, current and former crew members, families and friends.
U.S. Coast Guard hosts cadets from Japanese Coast Guard Training Ship Kojima
PRESS RELEASE | June 15, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard hosted Capt. Kazushi Sakae and over 40 cadets from the Japanese Coast Guard training ship, Kojima, during their visit to Guam on June 12, 2024.
The event marked a significant moment of international cooperation and camaraderie between the two maritime services.
The Kojima's visit included a reception aboard the ship later that evening, attended by local leaders and partners, who reciprocated the warm hospitality extended by the Japanese Coast Guard. This visit is particularly notable as it marks the Kojima's first and last port call on Guam before the ship is replaced later this year.
During the visit, three U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets had the unique opportunity to share their recent experience of joining Japanese counterparts on the voyage to Guam. This journey created lasting memories and built strong professional relationships.
U.S. Coast Guard rescues disabled vessel near Galves Banks
PRESS RELEASE | June 14, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard successfully rescued a disabled vessel, Uchan, and their crew approximately 25 miles offshore from Galves Banks on June 13, 2024.
The operation involved a coordinated effort from the Joint Rescue Sub-Center (JRSC) Guam and U.S. Coast Guard Station Apra Harbor's 45-foot Response Boat-Medium.
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche visits Republic of Korea, bolsters relationships with Pacific ally
PRESS RELEASE | June 14, 2024
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL 751) departed Pohang, the Republic of Korea, June 11, following several engagements with the Korea Coast Guard, U.S. Consul General Nolan Barkhouse and multiple Republic of Korea dignitaries.
While moored in Pohang, the Waesche crew hosted Korea Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Jong-Uk, Pohang Mayor Lee Kang-Deok, and U.S. Consul General Nolan Barkhouse for tours and meaningful conversation. The leaders discussed shared principles between the two coast guards and how to build upon best practices and strengthen maritime partnerships.
U.S. Coast Guard provides Titan submersible MBI update
PRESS RELEASE | June 14, 2024
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) continues to actively investigate the factors that led to the tragic loss of the Titan submersible on June 18, 2023.
Coast Guard relieves commanding officer of Station New York
PRESS RELEASE | June 14, 2024
NEW YORK – Coast Guard Cmdr. David Ruhlig was permanently relieved for cause as the commanding officer of Coast Guard Station New York on June 3, 2024 due to a loss of confidence in his ability to fulfill the expectations of his position. Click the link above to view the full story.
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy departs Seattle for Arctic deployment
PRESS RELEASE | June 13, 2024
SEATTLE — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) departed Seattle Wednesday, beginning their months-long Arctic deployment
The crew will support scientists conducting three distinct science missions during Healy’s 2024 Arctic deployment.
US Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun holds change-of-command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | June 13, 2024
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759) held a change-of-command ceremony, Tuesday, in North Charleson. Capt. Matthew Hammond relieved Capt. Timothy Sommella as commanding officer of Calhoun during the ceremony, which was presided over by Vice Adm. Nathan Moore, commander, Coast Guard Atlantic Area.
Hammond previously served as chief, Mission Support Division at the Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut.
Sector San Juan receives new commander for Coast Guard forces in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands
PRESS RELEASE | June 13, 2024
Coast Guard Sector San Juan received a new commander during the unit’s change of command ceremony, Thursday. The San Juan Sector commander is responsible for Coast Guard forces in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and oversees the unit’s 1.3 million square nautical mile area of responsibility in the Eastern Caribbean.
Rear Adm. Douglas M. Schofield, commander of the Seventh Coast Guard District, presided over the change of command ceremony in which Capt. Luis J. Rodríguez relieved Capt. José E. Díaz as the unit’s commander.
Under Capt. Díaz’s leadership, Coast Guard crews saved over 1,227 lives and assisted 7,440 others, interdicted over 5,500 undocumented migrants and 1,000 suspected smugglers, and seized approximately 25,000 kilograms in cocaine with an estimated wholesale value of more than $500 million.
Sector San Juan de la Guardia Costera recibe nuevo comandante de sus fuerzas en Puerto Rico e Islas Vírgenes de EE.UU.
PRESS RELEASE | June 13, 2024
El Sector San Juan de la Guardia Costera recibió un nuevo comandante durante la ceremonia de cambio de mando de la unidad, el jueves.
El comandante del Sector San Juan es responsable de las fuerzas de la Guardia Costera en Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes de los Estados Unidos y está a cargo de un área de responsabilidad de 1.3 millones de millas náuticas cuadradas en el Caribe Oriental.
El Contralmirante Douglas M. Schofield, comandante del Séptimo Distrito de la Guardia Costera, presidió la ceremonia dónde el Capitán de Navío Luis J. Rodríguez relevó al Capitán de Navío José E. Díaz como comandante de la unidad.
Coast Guard medevacs a 26-year-old female approximately 72 miles Southwest of Morro Bay Harbor
PRESS RELEASE | June 13, 2024
SAN PEDRO, Calif. – A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter aircrew medically evacuates a 26-year-old female during the "World’s Toughest Row" race approximately 72 miles Southwest of Morro Bay Harbor, Wednesday afternoon.
Watchstanders at Sector Los Angeles-Long Beach received a report of a medical emergency aboard the rowboat Julie at approximately 12:50 p.m. The duty flight surgeon determined that the female required medical attention within 12 hours.
U.S. Coast Guard completes Operation Tui Moana in Pacific region.
PRESS RELEASE | June 12, 2024
From May 14-23, 2024, a HC-130J from U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point was forward deployed out of American Samoa and the Independent State of Samoa. The HC-130J worked with the Regional Fishery Surveillance Center (RFSC), a part of the FFA in Honiara, Solomon Islands, to conduct patrols of the western portion of Tonga’s exclusive economic zones.
Coast Guard, Monterey Fire and North County Fire Protection District rescue 5 from boat fire near Moss Landing
PRESS RELEASE | June 11, 2024
The Coast Guard, Monterey Fire and North County Fire Protection District rescued five from a boat fire and prevented significant pollution in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge area, Monday near Moss Landing.
All five persons were evacuated from the boat by a Coast Guard 47-foot Motor Lifeboat (MLB) from Station Monterey while Monterey Fire Boat 12 provided firefighting water.
Barco Eagle de la Guardia Costera de EE.UU. visitará San Juan, Puerto Rico
PRESS RELEASE | June 11, 2024
El barco Eagle (WIX 327) de la Guardia Costera de EE.UU. llegará a San Juan, Puerto Rico, el viernes 14 de junio a las 10 a.m.
Eagle atracará en el Muelle 3 del Viejo San Juan, dónde visitantes podrán subir abordo y hacer recorridos gratuitos de la embarcación a partir de esa misma tarde.
"Estamos encantados de tener la oportunidad de traer a Eagle de visita a San Juan, Puerto Rico, y esperamos que la gente venga a presenciar la entrada del barco al Puerto de San Juan", dijo la Capitán de Navío Jessica Rozzi-Ochs, oficial al mando del Barco Eagle de la Guardia Costera. "Estamos orgullosos de continuar nuestra larga tradición de compartir la historia de Eagle, un patrimonio nacional de la Guardia Costera, con la gente de Puerto Rico.”
Operation Irensia: A new chapter in Pacific maritime cooperation
PRESS RELEASE | June 10, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — In a display of regional unity and maritime prowess, U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia and Base Guam hosted the inaugural Operation Irensia from June 3-9, 2024, at Apra Harbor, Guam.
This landmark event, the successful inaugural Operation Irensia, was a testament to the unity and cooperation among Pacific Island nations and allied forces. It also coincided with World Oceans Week. The culmination of two years of meticulous planning and coordination, the operation brought together the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of Palau, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and Australia in a shared commitment to preserving the security and prosperity of the Pacific region.
Operation Irensia, meaning 'heritage' in Chamorro, symbolizes a shared commitment to preserving the security and prosperity of the Pacific region through enhanced interoperability and cooperative engagement. The operation featured participants from the Republic of Palau with their Guardian-class Patrol Boat (GPB) PSS President HI Remeliik II (001) and the Federated States of Micronesia with their GPB FSS Bethwel Henry (P902) and the Republic of the Marshall Islands with their Pacific-class RMIS Lomor (03), alongside the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) and USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143), and members of Forces Micronesia and Base Guam.
Coast Guard, good Samaritan boater rescues 6 persons and one dog in Lake Tahoe
PRESS RELEASE | June 10, 2024
The Coast Guard and a good Samaritan boater rescued six persons and a dog from Lake Tahoe near Carnelian Bay, Sunday.
The good Samaritan boater rescued four persons and the dog, while a Coast Guard crew aboard a 29-foot Response Boat-small from Station Lake Tahoe rescued two persons.
Coast Guard Barque Eagle to visit San Juan, Puerto Rico for public tours
PRESS RELEASE | June 10, 2024
The U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327) is scheduled to arrive in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Friday, June 14th, at 10 a.m., and will be open for free public tours through Sunday.
The Eagle is scheduled to moor at Pier 3 in Old San Juan, where it will begin hosting public tours in the afternoon.
“We are thrilled for Eagle’s visit to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and look forward to people seeing the ship’s arrival in San Juan Harbor,” said Capt. Jessica Rozzi-Ochs Coast Guard Barque Eagle’s commanding officer. “We are proud to continue our long-standing tradition of sharing the history and heritage of Eagle and the Coast Guard with the people of Puerto Rico.”
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: US Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun to hold change-of-command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | June 10, 2024
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759) is scheduled to hold a change-of-command ceremony, Tuesday, at 10 a.m. in North Charleston.
During the ceremony, Capt. Matthew Hammond will relieve Capt. Timothy Sommella as commanding officer of Calhoun. U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area Commander, Vice Adm. Nathan Moore, will preside over the ceremony.
U.S., Japan, and Korea Coast Guards Conduct Trilateral Operations
PRESS RELEASE | June 9, 2024
MAIZURU, Japan - U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL 751) departed Maizuru, Japan, June 6, following several engagements with the Japan Coast Guard, Republic of Korea Coast Guard and multiple Japanese dignitaries. Once underway, the Waesche, the Japan Coast Guard vessel Wakasa (PL 93), and the Republic of Korea Coast Guard patrol vessel Taepyongyang (KCG 3016) conducted a joint search and rescue exercise at sea.
US Coast Guard Cutter Resolute returns home from Caribbean patrol; interdicts four suspected smugglers, 3,736 pounds of illicit drugs
PRESS RELEASE | June 8, 2024
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Resolute (WMEC 620) returned to their homeport in St. Petersburg, Saturday, following a 60-day patrol of the Caribbean, in support of Homeland Security Task Force – Southeast’s Operation Vigilant Sentry and Joint Interagency Task Force-South's counterdrug mission.
While deployed within the Coast Guard’s Seventh District area of operations, and off the southwest coast of Haiti, the Resolute crew, together with the Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk (WMEC 913), interdicted one go-fast vessel, apprehended four suspected smugglers and seized 3,736 pounds of marijuana worth more than $3.5 million.
Coast Guard offloads $7.4 million in seized cocaine, transfers custody of 9 smugglers to DEA in San Juan, Puerto Rico
PRESS RELEASE | June 7, 2024
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Charles David Jr. offloaded and transferred custody of 245 kilograms of cocaine and nine suspected smugglers to Drug Enforcement Administration authorities at Coast Guard Base San Juan, Puerto Rico, Friday.
The seized contraband is estimated to have a wholesale value of $7.4 million dollars, while the interdiction and seizure is the result of multi-agency efforts involving Coast Guard’s Western Hemisphere Strategy, the Caribbean Corridor Strike Force Initiative and Operation Unified Resolve.
The Drug Enforcement Administration is leading the investigation in this case.
US Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun returns home following first deployment
PRESS RELEASE | June 6, 2024
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759) returned to their homeport in North Charleston, Monday, after completing the cutter’s first deployment.
Calhoun’s crew steamed over 3,500 nautical miles during a five-week deployment within the Coast Guard’s First and Fifth districts area of responsibility. Calhoun’s crew worked to enforce living marine resources regulations and maritime safety missions along the Eastern Seaboard. In support of operations Atlantic Venture and Ocean Hunter, Calhoun conducted 10 commercial vessel safety boardings, issued four violations, and patrolled the nation’s maritime boundary line to support the sustainability of the marine ecosystem and safety of life at sea.
Coast Guard supports Norfolk Harborfest 2024
PRESS RELEASE | June 6, 2024
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The Coast Guard is scheduled to participate in Norfolk Harborfest 2024, which runs June 7-9 at Town Point Park, at the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront.
Norfolk Harborfest is a maritime festival run in partnership between national, state and local organizations to encourage public boating safety.
Coast Guard rescues man from vessel fire near Chirikof Island, Alaska
PRESS RELEASE | June 4, 2024
The Coast Guard rescued a mariner after his vessel caught fire near Chirikof Island Tuesday. A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter aircrew landed and embarked the man on Chirikof Island at 1:11 p.m. and transported him with minimal injuries to awaiting emergency medical services at Air Station Kodiak.
US Coast Guard Cutter arrives in Fortaleza, Brazil, conducts training with Brazilian navy
PRESS RELEASE | June 4, 2024
FORTALEZA, Brazil — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) arrived in the port of Fortaleza, Brazil for a scheduled visit, Monday.
James’ port visit is the cutter’s fourth during its multi-mission deployment in the South Atlantic Ocean, exhibiting the U.S. Coast Guard’s partnership with Brazil and strengthening the interoperability of the two nations’ maritime forces to counter illicit maritime activity and promote maritime sovereignty throughout the region.
USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) enters first drydock maintenance in Honolulu
PRESS RELEASE | June 4, 2024
SANTA RITA, Guam — The USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) crew arrived in Honolulu on May 28, 2024, marking a significant milestone as it enters its first drydock maintenance period of approximately four and a half months.
Commissioned in 2021, the Myrtle Hazard is the first of three Guam-based Fast Response Cutters (FRCs) to transit to Hawaii from Guam, traveling 3,743 miles to undergo this crucial maintenance phase.
The Wave Maker: Petty Officer 2nd Class William Naden's journey from Malesso to marine conservation
PRESS RELEASE | May 31, 2024
Under the expansive skies of Guam, Petty Officer 2nd Class William Naden, a boatswain's mate at U.S. Coast Guard Station Apra Harbor, leads by example in marine conservation and community leadership. Nurtured by the coastal beauty of his hometown, Malesso, Naden's commitment to preserving Guam's waters has propelled significant environmental efforts, including the Merizo Pier Cleanup, which has removed over 7,000 pounds of marine debris. His dedication was recently honored with the Tide Changer Award at the Micronesian Conservation Coalition's Ocean Gala 2024. A respected member of the Coast Guard and an ardent environmental advocate, Naden’s story highlights the vital connection between local action and global responsibility, inspiring a collective effort to protect our oceans.
US Coast Guard Cutter Seneca returns home after a two-month patrol in the Windward Passage and Florida Straits
PRESS RELEASE | May 31, 2024
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Seneca (WMEC 906) returned to their home port in Portsmouth, May 21, 2024, following a 58-day migrant interdiction patrol in the Windward Passage and Florida Straits.
Seneca’s crew deployed in support of Homeland Security Task Force - Southeast (HSTF-SE) and Operation Vigilant Sentry (OVS) while at sea in the Coast Guard Seventh District’s area of operations.
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro holds a change of command ceremony
PRESS RELEASE | May 31, 2024
SAN DIEGO — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WMSL 755) held a change of command ceremony Thursday in San Diego.
Vice Adm. Andrew J. Tiongson, Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area, presided over the ceremony in which Capt. James O’Mara IV relieved Capt. Rula Deisher as Munro’s commanding officer.