Coast Guard, local agencies on deck to ensure safety during World Series

Coast Guard, local agencies on deck to ensure safety during World Series
SAN FRANCISCO — The Coast Guard and local agencies are working to ensure the safety of boaters and baseball fans during World Series games at AT&T Park this weekend. The Coast Guard Captain of the Port has established a safety zone effective from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday in the McCovey Cove area and waterways will be patrolled by Coast Guard, police and fire department crews....

Coast Guard encourages safe boating practices, vigilance during World Series in San Francisco

Coast Guard encourages safe boating practices, vigilance during World Series in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO – The Coast Guard reminds boaters the importance of safe boating during the World Series games in San Francisco, Wednesday and Thursday. Boaters who plan to gather in McCovey Cove during the World Series should plan on having the required safety equipment and exercise good judgment while on the water. A life jacket is required for each person aboard a vessel, sized accordingly and easily...

Coast Guard units provide security and enforce safe boating at Game 1 of the World Series

SAN FRANCISCO – The Coast Guard provided rescue capabilities and law enforcement during Game 1 of the World Series at McCovey Cove last night. Crews from Coast Guard Station San Francisco and the Coast Guard Cutter Pike, an 87-foot patrol boat homeported in San Francisco, working with local law enforcement, patrolled the area and ensured a safe event for spectators on the water. Vessels more than...

Coast Guard encourages safe boating practices during World Series

McCovey CoveSAN FRANCISCO – The Coast Guard reminds boaters the importance of safe boating during the World Series. It is well known, McCovey Cove is a popular area for boaters to gather and enjoy the game, and the Coast Guard reminds boaters to have the required safety equipment and to exercise good judgment while on the water. There will be a limited access area in place for the game. Vessels...