Mariners, swimmers be warned the waters of New Jersey and Delaware are still dangerous

Mariners, swimmers be warned the waters of New Jersey and Delaware are still dangerous
PHILADELPHIA – The Coast Guard warns mariners and beachgoers of hazardous weather and sea states even as Hurricane Dorian makes its way away from the East Coast. Beachgoers along Hurricane Dorian’s path should stay out of the water, extremely careful on the beaches, and heed all safety messages from local authorities. Recreational and commercial mariners are advised to put safety first and operate...

Hurricane Dorian response efforts continue

Hurricane Dorian response efforts continue
Damage caused by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas. The Coast Guard is supporting the Bahamian National Emergency Management Agency and the Royal Bahamian Defense Force, who are leading search and rescue efforts in the Bahamas. (Coast Guard Photo) MIAMI — Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations continue in support of the Bahamas. As of Friday at 9 a.m.: Coast Guard crews have rescued 205...

Coast Guard begins assessments reopens Port of Savannah with restrictions

Coast Guard begins assessments reopens Port of Savannah with restrictions
Crewmembers from Coast Guard Station Brunswick, GA assess aids to navigation in the Brunswick River following Hurricane Dorian Sept. 5, 2019. U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Senior Chief Petty Officer Justin Irwin CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Port of Savannah is now open with a 36-foot draft restriction and the Ports of Brunswick and Charleston remain closed to commercial operations. The Coast Guard and port...

Coast Guard continues Hurricane Dorian response efforts in Bahamas

Coast Guard continues Hurricane Dorian response efforts in Bahamas
A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew evacuates displaced adults and children to safety in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas, Sept. 5, 2019.  U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Hunter Medley. MIAMI — Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations continue in support of the Bahamas. As of Thursday at 4 p.m.: Coast Guard crews from across the Coast Guard have rescued...

Coast Guard prepares for Hurricane Dorian impacts in North Carolina and Virginia

Coast Guard prepares for Hurricane Dorian impacts in North Carolina and Virginia
A U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter sits at Air Station Elizabeth City in preparation for Hurricane Dorian Response, Sept. 5, 2019.(U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald Hodges) WILMINGTON, N.C. — The Coast Guard continues to monitor the progress of Hurricane Dorian as it impacts the East Coast, Thursday. There are two shallow water rescue boat teams staged in North Carolina...

Coast Guard issues cautions for vessels transiting to the Bahamas

Coast Guard issues cautions for vessels transiting to the Bahamas
MIAMI — For their safety, the Coast Guard advises mariners to not attempt voyages into the Northern Bahamas until further notice due to the devastating effects of Hurricane Dorian. The Government of the Bahamas is currently assessing its northern ports and harbors to determine if they are safe to enter. There is high risk of debris in the water, sunken vessels, and destroyed or missing aids to navigation...

Coast Guard continues response efforts in Bahamas due to Hurricane Dorian

Coast Guard continues response efforts in Bahamas due to Hurricane Dorian
Coast Guard personnel help medevac a patient in the Bahamas during Hurricane Dorian. (Coast Guard Photo) MIAMI — Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations are underway in support of the Bahamas. As of Wednesday at at 10 a.m.: Coast Guard crews from across the Coast Guard have rescued 61 people and rescued four pets in the Bahamas since Hurricane Dorian began. The Coast Guard is currently...

Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations continue in the Bahamas

Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations continue in the Bahamas
MIAMI — Coast Guard Hurricane Dorian response operations are underway in support of the Bahamas. As of Tuesday: Coast Guard crews from across the Coast Guard have rescued 47 people in the Bahamas since Hurricane Dorian began. The Coast Guard is currently conducting air operations based out of Andros Island, Bahamas. Port Condition Zulu for the Port of Fort Pierce, Port of Miami, Port Everglades...

Coast Guard prepares assets for Hurricane Dorian

Coast Guard prepares assets for Hurricane Dorian
Coast Guard crews moor response boats from Stations Mayport, Ponce De Leon Inlet, and Port Canaveral in Buckman Lock to prepare for Hurricane Dorian near Palatka, Florida, Sept. 2, 2019.  U.S. Coast Guard photo. MIAMI — Coast Guard personnel have prepared assets for Hurricane Dorian throughout Florida, Monday, in order to respond as needed. Crews from Coast Guard Stations Mayport, Port Canaveral,...