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The Coast Guard’s 1st District Headquarters in Boston is responsible for Coast Guard activities in Northern New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine. For more information about the 1st District, visit our homepage at www.uscg.mil/d1.

Latest 1st District News

Sept. 26, 2023

Coast Guard Cutter Eagle to offer public tours during visit to Boston

Sept. 13, 2023

U.S. Coast Guard urges preparedness for heavy weather as Hurricane Lee approaches New England

Sept. 5, 2023

Coast Guard medevacs cruise ship passenger 180 miles from Cape Cod

Aug. 22, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Secretary of Homeland Security to visit Boston to recognize outstanding contributions of DHS workforce and celebrate 20th anniversary of the department

Aug. 8, 2023

Coast Guard rescues three fishermen east of Nantucket

Aug. 8, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Fourth New England-based Fast Response Cutter to be commissioned in Portland

June 25, 2023

U.S. Coast Guard convenes a Marine Board of Investigation into loss of Titan Submersible

June 25, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard to hold press briefing for Titan submersible response conclusion, Marine Board of Investigation

June 22, 2023

Unified Command locates debris field near Titanic, continues ROV search efforts

June 22, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard to hold press briefing to discuss ROV findings

June 21, 2023

Joint search continues for missing submersible, Titan

June 21, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard to hold press briefing for missing submersible from Polar Prince

June 20, 2023

Unified Command established for missing submersible from Polar Prince

June 20, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard to hold press briefing for missing submersible from Polar Prince

June 19, 2023

Coast Guard to hold press briefing for missing submersible 900 miles east of Cape Cod

June 9, 2023

USCGC Campbell holds change of command ceremony

June 6, 2023

Coast Guard Cutter Maurice Jester commissions in Rhode Island

May 31, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Third New England-based Fast Response Cutter to be commissioned in Newport, Rhode Island

May 18, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Boston Coast Guard to kick off National Safe Boating Week

April 21, 2023

Coast Guard suspends search for missing boaters northeast of Cape Ann, Massachusetts

April 17, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Third New England-based Fast Response Cutter to arrive in Boston

March 31, 2023

Coast Guard Cutter Warren Deyampert commissions in Boston

March 28, 2023

Coast Guard announces formal investigation into Spirit of Boston fire

March 22, 2023

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Second New England-based Fast Response Cutter to be commissioned in Boston

Feb. 15, 2023

Media Advisory: Newest Fast Response Cutter to arrive in Boston

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RT @USCG_Tri_State: #Watch: @USCG AirSta Cape Cod crews rescued two disoriented mariners beset by weather aboard a 27’ sailboat off the coa…

RT @NWSBoston: [High Surf] A good reminder not to view large breaking waves from jetties, extremely dangerous! As hurricane Lee approache…

Every report of an #unmanned, #adrift #vessel is treated as if someone is missing. When paddlecraft drift away, are unecessarily in danger, and can cost tens of thousands of dollars. Secure your #kayak #paddleboard and #canoe before #HurricaneLee and help keep everyone safe. https://t.co/feBmxadk3j

This goes for your boats, too! Secure your paddlecraft, and if you cannot remove your boat from the water/area, ensure it is tied up securely, and your contact information can be found aboard. #SAR #SafetyFirst #storm https://t.co/Ot9geMBypM

RT @NHC_Atlantic: 11 am AST: Hurricane #Lee is a large hurricane and approaching New England and Atlantic Canada. Here are the Key Message…

With #HurricaneLee almost here, mariners should ensure their boats and paddlecraft are secure and heed all warning warnings from @NHC_Atlantic and @NWS. #StaySafe https://t.co/UfcDLKkrEe

RT @NWSBoston: Surf continues to build as #Lee approaches. High Surf Advisories are in effect on all beaches today into Saturday as incre…

RT @USCGLANTAREA: #HurricaneLee update: Tropical-storm-force winds across portions of #NewEngland and #AtlanticCanada could lead to downed…

RT @NWSBoston: 850 AM: Increasing canopy of high clouds streaming over the office from #Lee, located 460 mi SSE of Nantucket per @NHC_Atlan…

Sector Northern New England 4/4 https://t.co/kwQI5bZWeV https://t.co/n2A1HBxnXR

Sector Boston 3/4 https://t.co/3UYhx64D3A https://t.co/6ve9jqTsgQ

Sector Southeastern New England 2/4 https://t.co/ZmDsfDS2iZ https://t.co/aOMbrllzBN

#HurricaneLee update, all ports within the New England area are in Port Condition X-ray. All ports are open to commercial traffic, but vessel planning is necessary. Details for each port: 1/4

Storm surge flooding is dangerous, and deadly. During storm conditions, people are urged to listen to local officials, and stay away from beaches, jetties, and open water during storm activity. #hurricanelee #Storm #flooding #uscg #hurricane https://t.co/qg1Vb70QKF

RT @USCGLANTAREA: Find out today what types of wind and water hazards could happen where you live, and start #preparing how to handle them.…

Can't get an "if found" sticker on time? using waterproof adhesive and a waterproof permanent marker to label your paddle craft. #paddlesmart #hurricanelee

Remember to label your paddlecraft, and secure them before #HurricaneLee approaches! Storm surge can bring water beyond the high tide lines, and pull unsecured paddlecraft out to sea. #Hurricane #kayak #fishing #SUP #canoe https://t.co/fBLYbJQSYk

RT @MassEMA: A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the MA coast. Hurricane #Lee is expected to bring wind, rain & coastal flood impacts F…

RT @MassEMA: MEMA is actively monitoring Hurricane #Lee as it makes its way up the east coast. Now is the time to make sure you’re prepared…

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