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July 24, 2026

Coast Guard, partner agencies respond to seaplane emergency landing on Sucia Island, Washington

SEATTLE — The U.S. Coast Guard, along with the U.S. Navy, Canadian and local partner agencies,

Coast Guard watchstanders directed the launch of a 47-foot Motor Lifeboat crew from Station Grays Harbor and a MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew from Air Station Astoria, to respond to a reported collision between the fishing vessels Nora J and Tabitha, approximately 22 miles offshore of Grays Harbor, Washington, July 21, 2026. The Nora J sustained significant damage during the collision, and the Motor Lifeboat crew safely rescued all three crewmembers from the Nora J before it sunk. (Photo by Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class William Kirk)

July 23, 2026

Coast Guard responds to collision between 2 fishing vessels 22 miles offshore of Grays Harbor, Washington

SEATTLE — Coast Guard Station Grays Harbor and Coast Guard Air Station Astoria responded to a

USCGC Midgett (WMSL 757) family members greet the cutter as it returns to home port at Coast Guard Base Honolulu, July 20, 2026. The cutter returned from a five-month deployment to the Western Pacific. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Mikaela McGee)

July 23, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Midgett returns to Honolulu following 5-month Western Pacific patrol

HONOLULU — The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Midgett (WMSL 757) returned to their home port in Honolulu on Monday following a five-month deployment to the Western Pacific. Throughout the deployment, Midgett operated under the tactical control of the U.S. 7th Fleet, supporting efforts to promote a free and open Pacific. The cutter and crew conducted numerous joint operations, professional exchanges, and capacity-building activities with partners and allies from the Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, and Japan.

July 23, 2026

Coast Guard Northeast District holds change of command ceremony

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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.