Safety
Search for Captain Donald Lawson Suspended
The search for missing sailor Captain Donald Lawson off the coast of Acapulco has been suspended.
California Marine Flare Collection Events Coming Up
Residents and boaters berthing their boats in the listed areas are eligible for the free, expired marine flare collection events.
Sailor Reported Missing, Windsurfer Rescued, and Boat Beached at Stinson
A sailor missing en route from Sitka, Alaska, to San Diego; a windsurfer rescued off Point Bonita; and a sailboat aground at Stinson Beach.
Happy Birthday, United States Coast Guard
Happy 233rd birthday, United States Coast Guard!
Donald Lawson Update and Statement from Wife “Tori”
It has been reported that 'Defiant's liferaft is not with the boat. This gives a glimmer of hope that Lawson is alive.
No One Aboard as Authorities Reach Donald Lawson’s ‘Defiant’
Mexican authorities have determined Lawson was not aboard 'Defiant' when they investigated the upturned trimaran.
No Sign of Donald Lawson As ‘Defiant’ Reportedly Spotted off Acapulco
Donald Lawson's capsized trimaran 'Defiant' has been located off the coast of Acapulco. Authorities have so far been unable to reach the vessel.
What’s Going On in the Pacific? — A Season of Life-threatening Incidents
In light of an unusually high number of life-threatening incidents in the Pacific this year, Andy Turpin wrote to 'Latitude 38' with some comments.
Australian Sailor Rescued After Being Spotted Adrift in the Pacific
An Australian sailor and his dog have been rescued by a Mexican fishing boat after being found adrift in the Pacific Ocean.
The Story Behind This Month’s Caption Contest(!)
While the photo looks disastrous, the reports were that no one was hurt. Once that fact was established, the speculations were rife.
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