HEADQUARTERS

May 2, 2024

DHS Secretary to speak at CGA Commencement

New London, Conn. – Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas is scheduled to deliver the keynote address during the U.S. Coast Guard Academy’s 143rd Commencement Exercises Wednesday, May 22.

May 2, 2024

Feature: Casting Lines and Bridging Communities

This World Tuna Day, we reflect on the sustainable practices that help preserve our oceans and the species they sustain. Our crew aboard the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) recently embraced the rich marine life and cultural heritage of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), notably on Pagan Island. During a liberty break from patrolling the Northern Marianas, they engaged in recreational fishing. They caught tuna using sustainable rod-and-reel methods. This activity wasn't merely about fishing; it was about forging a deep connection with the ocean and reflecting on the importance of respecting our marine resources. "As someone who grew up in the Pacific, the ocean has always been a part of who I am. Being able to serve and protect these waters and islands is important to me. Each patrol we go on, whether it's a rescue or just being present in the community, is a chance to give back to the ocean and lands that give us so much. Our work ensures the safety and health of our Pacific family," said Petty Officer 1st Class Ikaika Ruiz. Why Focus on Tuna? Tuna is crucial for food security, nutrition, and the global economy, yet overfishing and illegal fishing threaten their populations worldwide. On World Tuna Day, we advocate for sustainable fishing and collaborative measures among agencies and governments to ensure future generations can enjoy these incredible fish.

May 1, 2024

Coast Guard, partner agencies conduct oil spill response exercises near Sitka, Alaska 

Coast Guard crews partnered with several state, tribal, and local organizations to conduct exercises to improve responses to oil spills in geographically sensitive areas, April 23-25.

May 1, 2024

Coast Guard urges boating safety awareness and cautions public on illegitimate boating operations

HONOLULU – The U.S. Coast Guard urges mariners to use best safe boating practices on the water heading into the National Safe Boating Month of May and cautions the public that unlicensed vessel charters are both illegal and potentially unsafe, May 1, 2024. — Hawaii’s consistently favorable conditions allow year-round engagement in recreational beach and

May 1, 2024

Coast Guard oversees oil clean-up efforts off Pier 9 in San Juan Harbor, Puerto Rico

Coast Guard Sector San Juan Incident Management personnel continue oil clean-up oversight efforts, Wednesday, for an unknown discharge source that is affecting San Juan Harbor’s Pier 9 and the nearby land-based storm drainage system. Coast Guard Incident Management Division personnel are monitoring the oil discharged within the storm drainage system, which is being contained and recovered periodically by contracted oil recovery crews. “The discharged oil is being contained and recovered,” said Lt. Cmdr. Ray Lopez, Sector San Juan Incident Management Division Chief. “We suspect this spill may be tied to an unidentified inactive historical source that for years has resulted in a series of mystery spills along the Old San Juan waterfront,We are coordinating with the necessary local government and federal partner agencies and industry specialists to conduct research and apply technologies to identify and contain the source of the spill to protect public health and the environment from further impacts.”

April 30, 2024

MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard Recruiting Office Inland Empire to host grand opening event at new location in Upland, California

UPLAND, Calif. — The Coast Guard is scheduled to hold a grand opening event Saturday, for a new recruiting office in Upland, California, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m

April 30, 2024

Coast Guard to hold townhall for Marine Casualty Investigation

What: The Coast Guard plans to host a townhall to present findings and recommendations from the

April 29, 2024

Coast Guard rescues man stranded on truck roof in Huntsville, Texas

HOUSTON — The Coast Guard rescued a man stranded on truck roof in Huntsville, Texas, Monday. 

April 29, 2024

Coast Guard rescues 2 boaters near Texas City, Texas

HOUSTON — The Coast Guard rescued two people from their overturned vessel near the Texas City Dike, Texas, Monday.

April 29, 2024

Coast Guard, Air Force, Sitka Mountain Rescue crews to conduct exercises near Sitka, Alaska

The crews of Coast Guard Air Station Sitka, Coast Guard Cutter Bailey Barco (WPC 1122), Sitka Mountain Rescue, and Air Force 210th, 211th, and 212th Rescue Squadrons are scheduled to conduct search and rescue (SAR) exercises near Sitka, April 30-May 2.