MAY 5, 2025 — U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Juan and federal partner agencies conducted a Multi-Agency Strike Force Operation (MASFO) at one of the cargo container terminals within the Bay of San Juan, Friday. The effort included the thorough inspection of approximately 105 containers, 40 vehicles and 30 Transportation Worker Identification Credential verifications in the San … [Read more...]

MAY 2, 2025 — The Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) and Sector North Carolina are seeking the public’s assistance with locating the individual responsible for making multiple false distress calls that are originating from the Wilmington, North Carolina area. The series of falsified distress calls began on Dec. 21, 2024. At least seven hoax calls have been transmitted … [Read more...]

MAY 1, 2025 — The Department of Homeland Security approved full production of the first U.S. Coast Guard Polar Security Cutter (PSC), April 30, 2025. The Service also received approval for low-rate initial production of the the Waterways Commerce Cutter (WCC). This is a significant milestone for the Nation, as it brings the Coast Guard closer to renewing and enhancing … [Read more...]

U.S. Coast Guard personnel from Sector New York and U.S. Customs and Border Protection observe a container being removed during an inspection at Red Hook Terminal in Brooklyn, New York, April 24, 2025. The joint effort supports ongoing maritime safety and security operations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Sydney Phoenix) APRIL 30, 2025 — Coast Guard … [Read more...]

APRIL 29, 2025 — The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759) seized approximately 10,000 pounds of cocaine, worth an estimated $74 million in the Atlantic Ocean, April 12-13, 2025. The seized contraband was the result of an interdiction in international waters in the Atlantic Ocean, and five suspected smugglers remain in U.S. custody pending prosecutorial … [Read more...]