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Oct. 17, 2024

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.

Oct. 17, 2024

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.

Oct. 17, 2024

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.

Oct. 16, 2024

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. 

Oct. 15, 2024

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.

Oct. 14, 2024

Coast Guard Air Station Ventura conducts first rescue, medevacs man offshore Los Angeles

The Coast Guard medevaced a 63-year-old man experiencing severe abdominal pain from the cruise ship Grand Princess off Los Angeles, Sunday afternoon.

Oct. 13, 2024

Coast Guard disestablishes Area Command for Hurricane Milton, transitions to long-term impact recovery

MIAMI — The Seventh Coast Guard District disestablished their area command post in response to Hurricane Milton, Sunday, at Coast Guard Air Station Miami in Opa- Locka.

Oct. 12, 2024

Coast Guard rescues two after vessel begins taking on water

MIAMI - A Coast Guard Air Station Miami helicopter crew rescued two people, Friday, after their vessel began taking on water approximately 55 miles northeast of Key West.

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