Safety
Why Does the US Rescue Sailors for Free? Because We Can
The United States spends more than 10% of its federal budget, and nearly half of its discretionary spending, on the military, and one of the apparent benefits of this staggering investment is the humanitarian component.
Shady Ships Signal Fake AIS Positions
Navigation can be challenging enough without malevolent hackers disrupting the systems we rely on. AIS positions are now being faked by ships and fishing fleets trying to cover their tracks.
New USCG Vallejo Search and Rescue Facility Officially Open
USCG Station Vallejo’s new $14 million search and rescue facility was officially opened on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Paper Navigation Charts Set To Be Phased Out by 2026
UKHO joins NOAA in ceasing production of paper nautical navigation charts.
Sailboat Meets Beach at Dana Point
A sailboat gets caught inside the shore break and capsizes in the shallow water.
Andy Schwenk Shares His Medevac Story
Little did Andy Schwenk know that a small ankle-scrape sustained at the end of the race would turn into a life-threatening infection.
‘Defiant’s West Coast Tour Meets Rocky Conclusion
On the last night of her months-long West Coast tour, 'Defiant' was grounded on a rocky shoal some 12nm off the Southern California coastline.
Come to the Crew List Party, and Turn In Old EPIRBs at the Same Time!
A crew from USCG will be at the party to answer questions and take your old EPIRBs and PLBs for disposal.
Reef or More Scope for the Coming California Megastorm?
Research scientists predict a California megastorm is headed our way. They just haven't said when ...
Baja Ha-Ha Search and Rescue Presentation by US Coast Guard
There are many things to know before you go. The USCG will be on hand at the Crew Party and in San Diego to help you understand more about Coast Guard Search and Rescue.
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