MOBILE, Ala. — The U.S. Coast Guard ended its search for the 33-foot sailing vessel, Tortuga, which was reported overdue by Sea Tow late Friday. S/V Tortuga was transiting from Mobile Bay to Panama City, Fla. Coast Guard Station Dauphin Island was able to make contact with the vessel owner and he stated [...]
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Cooler Temperatures Bring New Hazards
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Although the summer boating season may be behind us, many boaters continue to frequent the waters of Lake Michigan. The Coast Guard would like to remind boaters to take additional steps to ensure safety during cooler weather.
Busy weekend for rescuers puts focus on boating safety
BALTIMORE – Due to an unusually high number of boaters in distress through the weekend, the Coast Guard reminds boaters to boat smart and boat safe while spending time on the water this summer.
Coast Guard urges safe boating during holiday weekend
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Coast Guard members throughout the Delaware Bay area and New Jersey coast will be on patrol over the Memorial Day weekend, which is one of the busiest recreational boating weekends of the year.
Boaters can expect increased presence from the Coast Guard who will be paying particular attention to recreational boating safety [...]
Coast Guard rescuers respond to boat taking on water near Channel Islands Harbor
CHANNEL ISLANDS, Calif – Coast Guard rescuers responded to a mayday call via VHF channel 16 from a 20-foot powerboat taking on water with three persons on board yesterday.
Coast Guard, Puerto Rico emergency responders rescue 3 missing watercraft riders
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The crew of a Coast Guard HH-65 Dolphin helicopter located and hoisted two of three missing watercraft riders to safety from the rocks on Cabo Mala Pascua, Maunabo, Puerto Rico, Monday afternoon.
Coast Guard warns to prepare for winter storms in Northwest
Seattle – With severe weather approaching, the Coast Guard reminds boaters and beach-goers to be prepared and stay aware. Strong winds and heavy surf are forecast over the next several days. Boaters, beach-goers and those living in areas with a potential for flooding should follow these guidelines to ensure their safety: