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Get the latest news and updates related to the United States Coast Guard, including maritime regulations, rescue operations, and national security policies.


Monday, May 20, 2013
kulluk aground
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Kulluk Hearing Kicks Off in Alaska

The U.S. Coast Guard on Monday is kicking off its formal marine casualty investigation hearing into the December 31 grounding of Shell's Kulluk drilling rig on

May 20, 2013
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Sunday, May 12, 2013
Hansen and HMS Bounty Organization Sued for $90 Million
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Hansen and HMS Bounty Organization Sued for $90 Million

The official USCG and NTSB reports on the sinking of Bounty aren’t out yet. Even so, the lawyers for Claudene Christian’s mother (also named

May 12, 2013
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Wednesday, May 8, 2013
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Update: Trevor Wilson Rescued Again (Video of Rescue)

In 2000, Trevor Wilson made an attempt at a lifelong dream. This morning, the 72 year old sailor and author of the book "Sailing Alone Across The Atlantic"

May 8, 2013
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
NSC, Stratton (WMSL 752)
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Huntington Ingalls Awarded $487 Million Contract for 6th National Security Cutter

Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today they have been awarded a $487 million contract to build the sixth National Security Cutter (NSC) for

May 1, 2013
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Monday, April 29, 2013
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Hard Core Training for Hard Work

When Coast Guard boat crews go out to train, they like to make things as real as possible.  That means that when rough weather rolls in, it’s time to

April 29, 2013
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
USCG Steps Up Security at Northeast Ports Following Boston Bombings
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USCG Steps Up Security at Northeast Ports Following Boston Bombings

The message continues to apply: "If you see something, say

April 17, 2013
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Tuesday, April 16, 2013
U.S. Coast Guard Lists AMS Accepted Ballast Water Treatment Systems
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U.S. Coast Guard Lists AMS Accepted Ballast Water Treatment Systems

The U.S. Coast Guard announced Tuesday the acceptance of nine ballast water treatment systems as Alternate Management Systems

April 16, 2013
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The Cost of Rescue: Why Carnival Shouldn’t Pay and the U.S. Shouldn’t Accept
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The Cost of Rescue: Why Carnival Shouldn’t Pay and the U.S. Shouldn’t Accept

Should people pay for rescue when it's their fault?

April 16, 2013
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Friday, April 12, 2013
The Truth About Cold Water
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The Truth About Cold Water

Note: With the spring boating season upon us, the U.S. Coast Guard warned today that although the air temperatures are warmer, the water is still cold and

April 12, 2013
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Sunday, April 7, 2013
James Robert Hanssen Rescue
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AMVER Assists Rescue Of Ocean Rowers

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Coast Guard rescue crews combined efforts Saturday with the 800-foot Panamanian flagged automobile carrier, Heijin, and the

April 7, 2013
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Friday, April 5, 2013
USCG Vessel Traffic Service Houston
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Security Zone Violation Disrupts Houston Ship Channel

It seems like the VTS in Houston is working as advertised. You can’t just drive wherever you want down there without getting a visit from the local

April 5, 2013
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Thursday, April 4, 2013
The Arctic: An Emerging Maritime Frontier
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The Arctic: An Emerging Maritime Frontier

Note: Since 1965, the Sea-Air-Space Exposition has brought together the U.S. sea services, private-sector companies and key military decision makers for an

April 4, 2013
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Friday, March 22, 2013
WATCH: Replacing Z-Drives Onboard the USCGC Barbara Mabrity
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WATCH: Replacing Z-Drives Onboard the USCGC Barbara Mabrity

Continuing with our streak of timelapse videos this week – we’ve already seen Building the World’s Largest Ship in 50,000 Pics and 1100-Ton

March 22, 2013
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Saturday, March 16, 2013
Remembering our Fallen Coast Guard Shipmates and their Families
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Remembering our Fallen Coast Guard Shipmates and their Families

By Ryan Erickson I still remember the first time ME1 (formerly MK1) Sean Lawler called me up to tell me about this guy who decided he was going to

March 16, 2013
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Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Barge Strike Causes Massive Fireball in Louisiana Bayou [INCIDENT PHOTOS]
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Barge Strike Causes Massive Fireball in Louisiana Bayou [INCIDENT PHOTOS]

Update: The fire has reportedly reduced in size by approximately 30 percent, and there are no reports of oil in the water.  The Coast Guard says that

March 13, 2013
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Friday, March 8, 2013
Search Continues for Mystery Boat Captain Possibly Involved in Deadly Accident
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Search Continues for Mystery Boat Captain Possibly Involved in Deadly Accident

The U.S. Coast Guard is still seeking information from the public about the mysterious wreckage found last week off the coast of Florida near the entrance to

March 8, 2013
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Helicopter Medevac: No Easy Day
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Helicopter Medevac: No Easy Day

If you think that a helicopter medical evacuation from a ship is just as easy as an ambulance ride to the hospital, this video from yesterday’s medical

March 8, 2013
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Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Guantanamo Bound Barge Loses 22 Containers Overboard
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Guantanamo Bound Barge Loses 22 Containers Overboard

MIAMI —  The Coast Guard this week is responding to a report of 22 containers lost overboard from a TransAtlantic-operated barge about 18 miles east

March 6, 2013
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Friday, March 1, 2013
HMS Bounty Sinking USCG Photo
Incidents

Bounty Hearing Day 1: Chief Mate Testifies

Editor’s Note: This is part 1 of Mario Vittone’s 8-part series from the U.S. Coast Guard’s formal hearing into the October 29, 2012

March 1, 2013
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Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Recap: 2013 State of the Coast Guard Address, Full Transcript Available
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Recap: 2013 State of the Coast Guard Address, Full Transcript Available

WASHINGTON — U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Bob Papp delivered the 2013 State of the Coast Guard Address at the National Defense University at Fort

February 27, 2013
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