U.S. Coast Guard Southwest District welcomes new commander in change-of-command ceremony
U.S. Coast Guard Rear Adm. Jeffrey Novak, commander Southwest District, Vice Adm. Andrew Tiongson, commander Pacific Area, and Rear Adm. Joseph Buzzella pose for a photo during a change-of-command ceremony at Coast Guard Island in Alameda, Calif. July 8, 2025. Novak relieved Buzzella as commander of Coast Guard Southwest District during the ceremony. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Charlie Valor)