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Executing Excellence, Every Day 🌅 From boat decks and aircraft hangars to command centers and waterfront communities, Re...
05/06/2026

Executing Excellence, Every Day 🌅

From boat decks and aircraft hangars to command centers and waterfront communities, Rear Adm. Zeita Merchant has spent her first months as the East District Commander meeting the people behind the mission.

Across the district, Admiral Merchant has connected with Coast Guard members, families, and maritime partners to learn about their operations, hear their perspectives, and recognize the work being done every day in service to the nation.

Here's a quick recap from around East District as leadership continues to engage with the crews, partners, and communities that make the East District trusted, tested, and ready.

Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty are more than core values they’re earned through discipline, accountability, and co...
29/05/2026

Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty are more than core values they’re earned through discipline, accountability, and countless hours of training.

We are proud of these Coast Guardsmen as they continue developing their skills at Boarding Team Member College and preparing for the responsibilities ahead.

28/05/2026

A U.S. Coast Guard Station Ocean City boat crew brought the sailboat Goose to safety on Tuesday after the Goose was taking on water off the coast of Ocean City, MD.

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Maryland-National Capital Region received a VHF-CH 16 distress call for a vessel as Coast Guard District East received a 406MHz EPIRB alert from the 40-foot sailboat Goose with three people on board.

Station Ocean City deployed a 45-foot Response Boat-Medium to conduct a tow for the sailboat Goose after assisting with dewatering and stabilization the rate of flow. Station Ocean City crew took them into Commercial Harbor in West Ocean City and moored them against the pier at Atlantic Tackle.

This case is a good reminder to always perform radio checks before leaving the pier to ensure you can communicate on VHF Channel 16 during an emergency. Having a properly registered and functioning EPRIB can also make a difference when every second counts.

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay

Practice makes perfect! ⚓️🛥️This week Coast Guard Station Little Creek teamed up with the Virginia Beach EMS Marine Resc...
23/05/2026

Practice makes perfect! ⚓️🛥️

This week Coast Guard Station Little Creek teamed up with the Virginia Beach EMS Marine Rescue team for a little small boat training! The crews focused on boat handling, coordination, and building familiarity between crews, all part of staying ready for the next call.

Virginia Beach EMS Marine Rescue Team
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Virginia

As we wrap up National Safe Boating Week, the message remains the same: life jackets save lives, but only if you wear th...
23/05/2026

As we wrap up National Safe Boating Week, the message remains the same: life jackets save lives, but only if you wear them. 🚤

Find one that fits and wear it every time you’re on the water. We do! It’s the single most effective way to help ensure everyone comes home safely. ⚓️

22/05/2026

🛟 Safe Boating Week 🧯

As you get ready for the summer on the water, make sure your boat is equipped with the proper safety gear before heading out. A little preparation can help keep everyone safe and make your trip more enjoyable.

Before leaving the dock, be sure you have:
- Life jackets
- Fire extinguisher
- Throwable flotation device
- Visual stress signals (flares)
- Sound producing device (whistle or horn)
- VHF radio or another reliable way to communicate

It’s also important to know how to properly use all of your safety equipment before an emergency happens.

Stay safe and enjoy your time on the water this summer!

U.S. Coast Guard

Safe Boating Week is a reminder that preparation and safety go hand in hand on the water. 🌊 🛥️ An engine cut-off switch...
21/05/2026

Safe Boating Week is a reminder that preparation and safety go hand in hand on the water. 🌊 🛥️

An engine cut-off switch, or safety lanyard, is designed to stop the engine if the operator falls overboard. Wearing it can help prevent runaway vessels and save lives.

Before getting underway, clip in and boat safely. 🦺 🚣‍♀️

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Cesar Rodriguez, an Information Systems Technician, sets the example by always ...
20/05/2026

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Cesar Rodriguez, an Information Systems Technician, sets the example by always wearing his personal flotation device while underway. 🛟

Remember: it only works if you wear it!

Be responsible

Be safe

Always wear your life jacket

National Safe Boating Week is underway 🚣‍♀️ As we begin the boating season, the U.S. Coast Guard encourages all mariners...
19/05/2026

National Safe Boating Week is underway 🚣‍♀️

As we begin the boating season, the U.S. Coast Guard encourages all mariners to prioritize safety on the water by wearing a life jacket, checking safety equipment, and remain vigilant while underway.

Safe boating saves lives. ⚓🌊

18/05/2026

⚓ Ready. Set. GO! 🛟

small boat stations are frontline first responders for our nation’s waterways, and Coast Guard Station Oak Island is no exception.

🌊 From high stakes Search and Rescue missions in heavy surf to routine maritime law enforcement operations, these elite crews are always ready to answer the call. 🚨

To see STA Oak Island in action, click on the video below! 🇺🇸




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