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Coast Guard, clean-up crews remove fuel and oil products from derelict vessel washed ashore on Mona Island, Puerto Rico

A Coast Guard MH-60T Jayhawk helicopter aircrew conducts an aerial assessment of a modified low-profile vessel aground on Mona Island, Puerto Rico, Sept. 2, 2023. Resolve Marine cleanup crews, hired as the oil spill response organization for this case, completed the removal of 300 gallons of diesel, oily water waste and two cubic yards of oiled debris from the vessel’s tanks and interior Sept. 5, 2023. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Tamps returns home following 67-day patrol in the Florida Straits and Windward Passage

The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Tampa (WMEC 902) returns to their home port in Portsmouth, Virginia following a 67-day patrol in the Florida Straits and Windward Passage, Sept. 5, 2023. Tampa deployed in support of Homeland Security Task Force — Southeast and conducted maritime safety and security missions. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Hillard)

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam and CNMI agencies successfully conduct joint search and rescue exercise

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam and Station Apra Harbor personnel team up with seven local CNMI departments to conduct a comprehensive Search and Rescue Exercise off the coast of Saipan near Managaha Island on Sept. 7 and 8, 2023. Building upon the foundations of a 2022 SAREX, this two-day event showcased interagency coordination, expertise, and invaluable training that are critical for the success of real-world search and rescue operations. The event involved more than 40 participants from various agencies, including the Department of Public Safety, Department of Fire and Emergency Management Services, Customs and Biosecurity, CPA Port Police, and several environmental quality departments. It commenced with a simulated 911 call reporting a vessel on fire a few nautical miles off the coast. Within an hour, six boats carrying over 30 rescue personnel were underway, implementing the search pattern lessons the Coast Guard team provided the previous day.

Coast Guard air crews rescue passengers in Columbia Bay

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Resolute returns home following 67-day Caribbean patrol

Coast Guardsman assigned to the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Resolute (WMEC 620) attend a quarters meeting on the flight deck during a patrol in the Windward Passage supporting Operation Vigilant Sentry, July 1, 2023. At quarters, the Resolute introduced newly reported crew members and promoted the unit's Executive Officer, Cmdr. Mario Gil, to the rank of Commander. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class David Deal)

U.S. Coast Guard conducts engagements in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

The crew of the USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) arrive to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea on Aug. 20, 2023. The U.S. Coast Guard is in Papua New Guinea at the invitation of the PNG government to join their lead in maritime operations to combat illegal fishing and safeguard maritime resources following the recent signing and ratification of the bilateral agreement between the United States and Papua New Guinea. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer Sara Muir)

Coast Guard, partner agencies escort motor vessel Biglift Baffin down Savannah River

Crew members from Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Savannah work alongside local partners to escort the motor vessel Biglift Baffin down the Savannah River, Feb. 9, 2023. A safety zone was established around the vessel to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by the vessel’s transit through the Savannah River. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. Derek Burke)

U.S. Coast Guard conducts engagements in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

The USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) command stand for a photo with partners from the Papua New Guinea Defense Forces, Customs Services, National Fisheries Authority, and Department of Transport's maritime security division following an operational planning and subject matter exchange with partners in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea on Aug. 22, 2023. The U.S. Coast Guard is in Papua New Guinea at the invitation of the PNG government to join their lead in maritime operations to combat illegal fishing and safeguard maritime resources following the recent signing and ratification of the bilateral agreement between the United States and Papua New Guinea. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer Sara Muir)

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector/Guam's Fast Response Cutters bolster Pacific Partnership Strategy and strengthen Pacific Island Country relations

U.S. Coast Guard Academy 3rd Class Cadet San Nicolas handles lines aboard USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) during mooring evolution in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, in late June 2023. The cutter crew conducted a patrol in support of Operation Rematau. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Ensign Melissa Reilly)

Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless returns home following 42-day multi-mission patrol

The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless (WMEC 624) patrols the Windward Passage, July 25, 2023. The Dauntless crew returned to their homeport, Aug. 19, 2023, in Pensacola following a 42-day patrol. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Ensign Olivia Gonzalez)

Coast Guard Cutter Healy conducts science missions in Beaufort Sea

A Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) crew member conducts repairs following a jacket water leak on a main diesel engine by disassembling the connecting rod from the crank shaft, removing the cylinder liner, and locating the source of the leak aboard the cutter in the Beaufort Sea, Aug. 10, 2023. Having all engines available for use is critical to the Healy’s ability to produce adequate power to break multi-year ice while simultaneously operating powerful deck and science equipment. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Briana Carter)

Coast Guard suspends search for man missing off Port Richey

An aircrew for Airstation Clearwater conducts a search for Andre Nolasco off the coast of Port Richey, Florida, Aug. 16, 2023. The Coast Guard suspended its search for the missing man after searching more than 1,514 square miles over three days. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Santiago Gomez.)

Coast Guard Cutter Healy conducts science missions in Beaufort Sea

A U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) crew and researchers install equipment on a floe of multi-year ice in the Beaufort Sea, Aug. 9, 2023. Healy is the Coast Guard’s only icebreaker specifically designed for Arctic research, as well as the nation’s sole surface presence routinely operating in the Arctic Ocean. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Briana Carter)

Coast Guard Barque Eagle returns to New London after 4-month deployment

USCGC Eagle (WIX 327) crewmembers wave from a small boat to the trainees aboard the Danish training ship Danmark after taking tours aboard the ship, June 14, 2023, in the Baltic Sea. Eagle is a tall ship used as a training platform for future Coast Guard Academy officers as well as a vessel utilized for establishing and maintaining domestic and international relationships. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Carmen Caver)

Coast Guard Barque Eagle returns to New London after 4-month deployment

The crew of the Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327) returns to homeport in New London, August 10, 2023. This year, crew, cadets, and officer candidates sailed over 16,800 nautical miles, traveling to the Azores, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden as part of their annual training cruise, after departing New London, April 8, 2023. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Taylor Bacon)

Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf conducts120-day Bering Sea patrol

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750) sails alongside Japanese Military Self Defense Force Training Ships HATAKAZE and KASHIMA in the Bering Sea, June 3, 2023. In a demonstration of alliance between Japan and the United States, Bertholf conducted major at-sea and shore side engagements with the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) training ships Kashima and Hatakaze. During the at-sea engagement, Bertholf, Kashima and Hatakaze executed multiple formations, and during a farewell pass, the JMSDF personnel displayed a highly impressive drumline performance on their flight deck. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. Cmdr. Scott McCann)

Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf returns home after 120-day Bering Sea patrol

A Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750) crew member holds his puppy while chatting with friends after the cutter and crew returned to homeport in Alameda, Calif., Aug. 3, 2023. The Bertholf and crew deployed for 120-days for a Bering Sea patrol in support of United States national security, U.S. fishing fleet safety and prosperity, and the protection of U.S. living marine resources. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Senior Chief Petty Officer Charly Tautfest)

Coast Guard rescues man from vessel taking on water in Juneau, Alaska

A 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew from Coast Guard Station Juneau safely evacuates a man in the Gastineau Channel, near Juneau, Alaska, Aug. 1, 2023. The man was safely transported in stable condition to Harris Harbor. Coast Guard courtesy photo.

Cyber Protection Team established as a new unit at Coast Guard Island

Vice Adm. Peter W. Gautier, Deputy Commandant for Operations, presided over 2003 Cyber Protection Team's establishment ceremony held at Coast Guard Island, Alameda, California, Aug. 1, 2023. The new unit's mission is to provide assessments, hunt cyber threats, and supply incident response capabilities to the Marine Transportation System. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Edward Wargo)

Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast returns to homeport in Astoria, Oregon

The crew of USCGC Steadfast return to the cutter’s homeport in Astoria, Oregon, following a patrol July 21, 2023. Steadfast is a 210-foot reliance class cutter. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Travis Magee)

Coast Guard, clean-up crews remove fuel and oil products from derelict vessel washed ashore on Mona Island, Puerto Rico

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Tamps returns home following 67-day patrol in the Florida Straits and Windward Passage

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam and CNMI agencies successfully conduct joint search and rescue exercise

Coast Guard air crews rescue passengers in Columbia Bay

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Resolute returns home following 67-day Caribbean patrol

U.S. Coast Guard conducts engagements in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Coast Guard, partner agencies escort motor vessel Biglift Baffin down Savannah River

U.S. Coast Guard conducts engagements in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector/Guam's Fast Response Cutters bolster Pacific Partnership Strategy and strengthen Pacific Island Country relations

Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless returns home following 42-day multi-mission patrol

Coast Guard Cutter Healy conducts science missions in Beaufort Sea

Coast Guard suspends search for man missing off Port Richey