The Coast Guard intercepted a group of Russian and Dominican Republic nationals in U.S. waters, with one having a criminal record. They were handed over to immigration authorities. The Coast Guard has increased efforts to combat illegal immigration as directed by President Trump.
Coast Guard in Southern California encountering an influx of migrant crossings by boat, including foreign nationals from U.S. adversary countries, due to increased land border security. Recent uptick attributed to smugglers moving operations to sea. Dangers of smuggling highlighted. Local officials in San Diego blocking cooperation with ICE. Coast Guard aims to strengthen presence at the southern coastline.
A 72-year-old man aboard a cruise ship suffered multiple strokes 300 miles offshore Kailua-Kona, Hawaii and was airlifted to a hospital by the Coast Guard for treatment.
The Senate Commerce Committee holds a hearing on combatting drug trafficking, with Sen. Ted Cruz criticizing the Biden administration's border policies and praising Trump's approach. The focus is on assisting the Coast Guard in dismantling drug cartels.
A boat carrying six people capsized near the New York coast, resulting in three deaths, two hospitalized, and one person missing. Recovery efforts are ongoing by the U.S. Coast Guard, NYPD, and FDNY.
Mysterious tar balls washing ashore in South Florida are causing beach closures and concern among beachgoers. The Coast Guard conducted searches but couldn't find the source. Residents share memories of encountering tar on the beach in the past.
Mysterious drones have been swarming the skies above Ocean County, New Jersey, evading tracking efforts by law enforcement. The drones, with wingspans of eight feet, do not give off heat and have been spotted in multiple locations since November 18.
Smugglers in Greece are adopting new and dangerous tactics to avoid capture by coast guards, including knocking migrants off speedboats into the sea. The Greek authorities have rescued all migrants involved in these incidents.
Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships collided near Sabina Shoal in the disputed South China Sea, with each side blaming the other for the collision. No injuries were reported. The incident is part of the ongoing territorial disputes in the region.
Five men rescued after their boat capsized off the coast of Florida. No injuries reported. Coast Guard emphasizes the importance of wearing life jackets while boating.
Former NY Rep. Lee Zeldin discusses migrant crime crisis after illegal immigrant shoots NYPD officers. Coast Guard intercepts 305 migrants fleeing Bahamas and Haiti. Operation Vigilant Sentry aims to deter mass migration from Caribbean. Haiti faces civil war with gangs controlling 80% of Port-au-Prince. Governor DeSantis deploys state resources as hurricane season begins.
Chinese vessels harassed and blocked Philippine coast guard during a medical evacuation in the South China Sea, leading to accusations of barbaric and inhumane behavior by the Philippines.
A Coast Guard aircrew in Florida rescued a child and seven adults after their 28-foot boat capsized 36 miles west of Boca Grande. The boaters activated an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) for help.
Two boaters were rescued from a sinking 80-foot yacht off the coast of Florida after striking a submerged dredge pipe. The vessel sank and one person was injured but in stable condition. The incident is under investigation.
A fishing charter boat in Alaska capsized, resulting in five deaths. The boat found partially submerged likely flooded in rough seas without an emergency raft. Investigation revealed limited survival options due to positioning near Low Island and minimal provisions for draining water.
A man diving off Florida's Atlantic coast went missing, and a different body was found during the search. The identity of the deceased man remains a mystery as no one matching his description was reported missing.
A 65-year-old man was bitten by a shark while spearfishing off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina. He was rescued by Coast Guardsmen and transported to the hospital for further treatment.
Three sailors stranded on a small Pacific island were successfully rescued after spelling 'help' with palm tree leaves in the sand.
Three sailors stranded on a tiny atoll in the Pacific Ocean for over a week were rescued after creating a 'HELP' sign from palm tree leaves, leading to their discovery by the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy.
A large houseboat was seen moving across the San Francisco Bay from Redwood City to Sausalito, with the U.S. Coast Guard monitoring the transfer.
A body has been discovered in the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge as the U.S. Coast Guard has called off the search for the six missing construction workers. President Joe Biden has pledged to cover the costs of rebuilding the bridge.
The Lixinsha Bridge in southern China partially collapsed after being struck by a barge. Chinese coast guard fired water cannons at a Philippine supply boat in the disputed South China Sea. The boat sustained damage, and this is the second confrontation involving the same boat this month.
18 teenagers and 1 adult coach from a rowing club were rescued after their boats capsized in Long Island Sound due to a fast change in weather. The incident had a positive outcome with everyone being safe and out of the water within 50 minutes.
Taiwan dispatched coast guard boats to assist in a rescue mission after a fishing vessel capsized near the Taiwan-controlled Kinmen islands at China's request.
Taiwan dispatched coast guard boats to join a rescue mission at China's request after a fishing vessel capsized near the Taiwan-controlled Kinmen islands amid heightened tension in the Taiwan Strait. China claims Taiwan as its own territory and has increased military activities near it in recent years.
Millions of gallons of sewage discharged into the ocean caused the closure of California beaches in Long Beach and San Pedro. An oil sheen off the Southern California coast was possibly from a natural seep from the ocean floor. Lab tests have not definitively identified the oil source but suspect it to be from natural seepage.
Military officials are investigating a large balloon and payload discovered by fishermen off the coast of Alaska. The balloon is being analyzed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to determine its purpose.
Chinese and Philippine coast guard vessels collided in the disputed South China Sea, resulting in injuries to Filipino crew members. The incident occurred as Southeast Asian leaders gathered for a summit addressing Beijing's aggression at sea.
Two boaters stranded nearly 2,000 miles from Bermuda after lightning strike, rescued by U.S. Coast Guard and good Samaritan vessel.
Five Chinese coast guard ships entered prohibited waters around Taiwan's Kinmen islands but left after being warned away, escalating tensions between Taiwan and China.