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Oct. 18, 2024
Coast Guard repatriates 12 migrants to Dominican Republic following vessel interdiction off Puerto Rico
The Coast Guard Cutter returned 12 migrants to the Dominican Republic between Thursday and Friday, following the interdiction of an irregular, unlawful migration voyage near Puerto Rico. The cutter Paul Clark crew returned 10 of the migrants to a Dominican Republic Navy vessel, Thursday, while the Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Napier crew repatriated the two remaining migrants from the group to Punta Juanillo, Dominican Republic, Friday afternoon. The interdiction occurred Wednesday night, after the crew of a Customs and Border Protection multi-role enforcement aircraft sighted a grossly overloaded makeshift vessel, approximately 62 nautical miles northwest of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The cutter Paul Clark arrived on-scene and launched the cutter’s over-the-horizon small boat crew which successfully stopped the suspect vessel. The cutter crew and embarked all 12 migrants consisting of eight men, two women and two unaccompanied minors, who claimed to be Dominican Republic nationals.
NEWS FEATURE: Maritime navigation's new look
The safety of all mariners is a top priority for the Coast Guard. As technology continues to advance, the service strives to utilize these advancements to improve their aids to navigation data management and dissemination capabilities. One of the many ways the Coast Guard aspires to accomplish this is through the modernization of Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists.
Oct. 17, 2024
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard, partners to discuss rescue of 17-year-old kayaker
WHO: Coast Guard Sector Honolulu, Honolulu Fire Department, Honolulu Ocean Safety Department WHAT: Holding joint press briefing about rescue of missing 17-year-old kayaker off Waikiki WHEN: 1 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 WHERE: Hale Kinai Ahi Auditorium, Honolulu Fire Department Headquarters, 636 South St., Honolulu, HI 96813
Coast Guard Cadet Kayla Villegas Sanchez Honored at National LATINA Symposium
Cadet Kayla Villegas Sanchez was recognized at the 2024 National LATINA Symposium for her outstanding contributions as a leader and advocate for cultural diversity at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. The symposium, the nation’s largest gathering of Latina military leaders, highlighted Sanchez for her trailblazing work as President of the Compañeros Club at the Academy.
Coast Guard, locals search for 66-year-old man near Lake Chien, La.
The Coast Guard and local partner agencies are searching for a 66-year-old man Thursday near Lake Chien, Louisiana.
Coast Guard cautions for hazardous marine conditions in U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico due to Invest 94L
The Coast Guard cautions recreational boaters, fishermen, beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts in U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico of potential high-surf and dangerous rip currents associated with tropical wave, Invest 94L, starting Thursday and through the weekend. “We caution people to be mindful and not take this weather disturbance for granted,” said Lt. Cmdr. Nathan Borders, Coast Guard Sector San Juan Command Center chief. “Before going out on the water, check for the latest weather updates and advisories and heed warning signs at beaches. Also, we advise people to stay clear of coastal rock formations this weekend as we anticipate dangerous rip currents in the eastern and northern coasts of U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico as AL94 passes through our area.” For Thursday the National Weather Service is advising to expect deteriorating marine conditions due to tropical wave, Invest 94L. Small craft should exercise caution across the northeastern offshore Atlantic waters, late tonight. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone particularly northern and eastern Puerto Rico, eastern Vieques, and Culebra. will increase the potential for showers and thunderstorms.
Oct. 16, 2024
Coast Guard repatriates 169 migrants to Haiti
MIAMI – Coast Guard Cutter Valiant's crew repatriated 169 people to Haiti, Wednesday, following an interdiction south of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Vessel beset by weather departs Dutch Harbor, Alaska
JUNEAU, Alaska — Cargo vessel Pan Viva departed Dutch Harbor, Alaska, Monday night, enroute its
Oct. 15, 2024
WWII Veteran Story: Coast Guard SPAR Dollie Bossler
When reflecting upon World War II history, the names of soldiers who fought on the frontlines are immortalized in monuments and memorials across our nation. Yet, there were contributions made by countless others, who served with equal dedication and courage in supporting roles that are often overlooked.
Video Available: Coast Guard medevacs 36-year-old from jetties in Galveston, Texas
HOUSTON — The Coast Guard medevaced a 36-year-old female from the Galveston Jetty in Galveston, Texas, Monday.
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