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Press Release | Feb. 28, 2025

MULTIMEDIA RELEASE: Coast Guard, Port of Virginia Maritime Incident Response Team conclude search and rescue forum in Hampton

 

  

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PORTSMOUTH, Va. – Coast Guard Sector Virginia and the Port of Virginia Maritime Incident Response Team concluded the weeklong 19th annual Search and Rescue Forum, Friday in Hampton.

The SAR Forum is an annual event which requires strong coordination across multiple agencies conducting training for a unified, rapid and effective response to emergencies that may impact maritime commerce, public safety, and coastal communities. Through collaborative exercises and events—similar to the SAR Forum—with local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency services the Coast Guard enhances its ability to prevent, prepare for, and response to maritime emergencies.

More than 190 first responders and 40 agencies from law enforcement and fire departments across the Commonwealth of Virginia participated in the weeklong event. Courses and presentations were offered during the event, as well as demonstrations to promote boating safety awareness.

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USCG D5 Mid-Atlantic search and rescue Training helicopter

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