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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Damage to the M/V AP Revelin's port quarter. Photo courtesy U.S. Coast Guard
Accidents

Incident Photos: Cargo Ship and Bulker Damaged in Sabine Pass Collision

A cargo ship and bulk carrier sustained damage following a collision in Sabine Pass ship channel over the weekend after one of the vessels suffered a loss of

August 24, 2022
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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Winslow Griesser, homeported in San Juan, Puerto Rico, transits toward the pier in Bridgetown, Barbados
Accidents

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Involved in Fatal Collision with Fishing Boat Off Puerto Rico

A U.S. Coast Guard cutter was involved in a fatal collision with a small fishing boat off the coast of Puerto Rico on Monday. The accident involved the USCGC

August 10, 2022
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Monday, August 8, 2022
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Shipping

Matson Containership Docks in Anchorage with Lubricant Leak

A Matson containership has been permitted to dock in Anchorage, Alaska after reporting a lubrication leak. Personnel at the Coast Guard Sector Anchorage

August 8, 2022
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Monday, August 1, 2022
Six Rescued After Tug Pushing Barges Collides with Powerboats in Texas
Accidents

Six Rescued After Tug Pushing Barges Collides with Powerboats in Texas

Six people were rescued from the water near Goat Island, Texas on Saturday after a tugboat pushing barges collided with two recreational powerboats. U.S. Coast

August 1, 2022
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Friday, July 29, 2022
Coast Guard Investigating Laser Strikes on Lake Ontario Search and Rescue Boats
Shipping

Coast Guard Investigating Laser Strikes on Lake Ontario Search and Rescue Boats

The U.S. Coast Guard and local law enforcement are investigating two recent laser strike incidents against two USCG small boats participating in search and

July 29, 2022
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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Subchater M Milestone: Entire U.S. Towing Vessel Fleet Inspected for Compliance as Phase-In Period Ends
Shipping

Subchater M Milestone: Entire U.S. Towing Vessel Fleet Inspected for Compliance as Phase-In Period Ends

The U.S. Coast Guard is marking the conclusion of the certificate of inspection phase-in period under Subchapter M towing vessel regulations. The long-awaited

July 19, 2022
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Sunday, July 10, 2022
USCGC Oliver Berry sailing near clouds
USCG

USCG Cutter Races To Bring Water To Drought-Stricken Pacific Island

On Friday U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Berry crew provided assistance to Kiritimati Island, Kiribati, following their extreme drought. The U.S. Coast Guard

July 10, 2022
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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
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Commercial Fishing

Florida Fishing Boat Captain Rescued After Falling Overboard Without a Lifejacket

A Florida fishing boat captain was rescued after spending four hours treading water without lifejacket after he fell overboard off the coast of Panama City,

July 6, 2022
Total Views: 2942

Saturday, July 2, 2022
Coast Guard Urges Safety During 4th of July Weekend
USCG

Coast Guard Urges Safety During 4th of July Weekend

NEW ORLEANS — The Coast Guard is urging all mariners to be safe on the water during the Fourth of July weekend. During the holiday, increased traffic on

July 2, 2022
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Friday, July 1, 2022
OPC illustration from Austal
Shipbuilding

Austal USA Wins U.S. Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutter Construction Contract Worth Up to $3.3 Billion

Australian shipbuilder Austal Limited has announced that Austal USA has been awarded a contract for the design and construction of up to 11 Offshore Patrol

July 1, 2022
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Monday, June 13, 2022
Spirit of Norfolk Towed to Shipyard After Fire
Ship Fires

Spirit of Norfolk Towed to Shipyard After Fire

The passenger vessel Spirit of Norfolk has been towed to the Colonna Shipyard in Norfolk, Virginia, where the investigation into last week’s fire will

June 13, 2022
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Thursday, June 2, 2022
Celebrity Summit Crew Members Medevaced with Chemical Burns Off Virginia Beach
Cruise Ships

Celebrity Summit Crew Members Medevaced with Chemical Burns Off Virginia Beach

The U.S. Coast Guard medevaced two crew members suffering from chemical burns on board a Celebrity cruise ship off of Virginia Beach on Wednesday. The cruise

June 2, 2022
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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Change of Command: Admiral Linda Fagan Becomes 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard
Defense

Change of Command: Admiral Linda Fagan Becomes 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard

Adm. Karl L. Schultz was relieved as Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard by Adm. Linda L. Fagan during a military change-of-command ceremony presided over by

June 1, 2022
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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Greek Ship Owner and Operator Plead Guilty to Environmental and Safety Crimes in U.S.
Shipping

Greek Ship Owner and Operator Plead Guilty to Environmental and Safety Crimes in U.S.

The Greek owner and operator of a bulk carrier are facing a criminal penalty of $1 million each after pleading guilty in U.S. federal court on Tuesday to

May 25, 2022
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Barge Fire Put Out in Delaware Bay
Accidents

Barge Fire Put Out in Delaware Bay

The massive fire onboard a barge in Delaware Bay has been extinguished after burning for approximately 26 hours, ending what is thought to be the largest

May 25, 2022
Total Views: 3787

Thursday, May 19, 2022
Tugs and barges on the Mississippi River
Accidents

Coast Guard Safety Alert Addresses Water and Contaminants in Marine Fuel Systems

The U.S. Coast Guard is warning vessel owners and operators of the hazards associated with water and other contaminants in marine fuel systems. The Coast

May 19, 2022
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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
USCG Air Station New Orleans aircrew aboard the Noble Globetrotter II. Photo via USCG
Offshore

USCG, BSEE Issue Safety Alert in Response to Drillship’s Unsuccessful Attempt to Avoid Hurricane Ida

The U.S. Coast and Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) have issued a joint safety alert, Safety Alert 05-22, in response to an incident

May 17, 2022
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Monday, May 16, 2022
U.S. Coast Guard Suspends Search For More Survivors From Capsized Migrant Vessel Off Puerto Rico
Defense

U.S. Coast Guard Suspends Search For More Survivors From Capsized Migrant Vessel Off Puerto Rico

The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search for additional survivors from a capsized vessel in Mona Passage waters off Puerto Rico on Sunday after four days

May 16, 2022
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Thursday, May 12, 2022
Admiral Linda Fagan Confirmed as 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard
Defense

Admiral Linda Fagan Confirmed as 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard

The U.S. Senate voted by unanimous consent Wednesday to confirm Admiral Linda Fagan to become the 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard. The confirmation

May 12, 2022
Total Views: 2725

Monday, May 2, 2022
USCG RB-Ms Boat
USCG

Watch: U.S. Coast Guard’s Jet Driven Workhorse

Destin Sandlin’s popular YouTube channel SmarterEveryDay has already explained how the US Coast Guard (USCG) responds to distress signals and the science of

May 2, 2022
Total Views: 4396