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This is an infographic describing Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's requirements to keep a lobster during the mini season, July 23, 2026, Miami, Florida. The Coast Guard and FWC are ramping up safety inspections and fishery boardings during the 2026 Lobster Mini Season, July 29- 30, along the Florida coast. (Courtesy Graphic)

July 23, 2026

Coast Guard, FWC prepares for lobster mini season 2026

KEY WEST, Fla. — The Coast Guard and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are ramping up safety inspections and fishery boardings during the 2026 Lobster Mini Season, July 29- 30, along the Florida coast.

July 23, 2026

Coast Guard suspends search for overdue fisherman off Ponce, Puerto Rico

Coast Guard Sector San Juan suspended the search for an overdue fisherman off the southern coast of Ponce, Puerto Rico, Wednesday night. Still missing is Eucebio Mangual, 63, resident de Ponce, after he reportedly went out fishing at approximately 6 p.m. Saturday from the local fishing village boat ramp, but did not return when expected, Sunday morning. “Our hearts go out to Mr. Mangual’s family during this most difficult time,” said Cmdr. Matthew Romano, Coast Guard search and rescue mission coordinator for the case. “The Coast Guard is deeply grateful for the unwavering efforts of the pilots, mariners, law enforcement officers, and first responders who participated in the search and to Mr. Mangual’s son, whose incredible courage and cooperation helped guide our efforts. This tragedy serves as a solemn reminder of the importance of proper voyage planning, vessel maintenance, and ensuring your boat is equipped with the proper safety equipment and reliable means of communication before heading out to sea.”

A Coast Guard helicopter aircrew poses with a teen that was successfully rescued from a cliff at Sue-Meg State Park, July 20, 2026. The Air Station Humboldt Bay MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew hoisted the 13-year-old boy from a ledge approximately 200 feet above Agate Beach and safely transported him to the air station with no reported injuries. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo)

July 22, 2026

Coast Guard rescues teen from cliff near Sue-Meg State Park

MCKINLEYVILLE, Calif. — A Coast Guard Air Station Humboldt Bay helicopter crew rescued a 13-year-old boy stranded on a cliff at Sue-Meg State Park, Monday evening.

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (752) transits the Western Pacific while surface assets conduct training in the ship’s vicinity, west of Hawaii, April 20, 2023. Stratton deployed to conduct collaborative engagements with partner nations’ coast guards and navies for the promotion of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Shae Erickson)

July 21, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton to offer free public tours for Seafair Fleet Week

SEATTLE – U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) will be open to the public for free public tours at Seattle’s Pier 66, Wednesday and Thursday.

Coast Guard Cutter Narwhal (WPB-87335) boarding team interdicts seven suspected aliens approximately seven miles off Point Loma, July 20, 2026. The crew stopped an 18-foot Sea Ray vessel shortly after midnight and safely detained seven adults on board. The individuals were transported to Ballast Point and transferred to U.S. Border Patrol agents for further investigation. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo)

July 21, 2026

CORRECTION: Coast Guard apprehends 7 aliens near Point Loma

CORRECTION: SAN DIEGO — A Coast Guard Cutter Narwhal (WPB- 87335) boarding team interdicted seven suspected aliens approximately 7 miles offshore of Point Loma, Monday morning.

A guest speaker delivers remarks during the inaugural Florida Department of Homeland Security Awards Ceremony at the Clermont Performing Arts Center in Clermont, Florida, July 15, 2026. The event recognized state and federal partnerships as well as individuals nominated for their contribution during joint operations to protect our nation and safeguard the State of Florida in the past year.

July 20, 2026

Department of Homeland Security and State of Florida Host Joint Awards Ceremony

CLERMONT, Fla. — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the State of Florida held their inaugural Homeland Security Awards Ceremony, Wednesday.

July 20, 2026

Coast Guard rescues woman from Puget Sound 2 miles off Edmonds Pier

SEATTLE – A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew from Air Station Port Angeles rescued a woman from Puget Sound two miles off Edmonds Pier, Friday.

July 20, 2026

Coast Guard, partner agencies search for overdue fisherman off Ponce, Puerto Rico

Coast Guard and partner agencies are searching for an overdue fisherman off the southern coast of Ponce, Puerto Rico, Monday. Missing is Eucebio Mangual, 63, resident de Ponce, after he reportedly went out fishing at approximately 6 p.m. Saturday from the local fishing village boat ramp, but did not return when expected, Sunday morning. Mangual reportedly departed aboard a 19-foot white recreational vessel named Angel, and he was described as 6-foot-tall and weighing 240 pounds. He was last seen wearing black swimming trunks and a light-grey shirt, and his truck and boat trailer were located at the boat ramp parking area.

July 20, 2026

MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard Northeast District to Hold Change of Command Ceremony

BOSTON — U.S. Coast Guard Northeast District will be holding a change of command ceremony in Boston,

July 18, 2026

Coast Guard medevacs cruise ship passenger offshore Humboldt Bay

The Coast Guard medevaced an ailing cruise ship passenger 45 miles offshore Humboldt Bay Thursday.