US Coast Guard Sector Northern New England

03/26/2026

03/15/2026

The Coast Guard is closely monitoring upcoming weather conditions and river ice to help reduce the risk of ice jam flooding in our local waterways. As part of these proactive efforts, Coast Guard cutters will be deployed around the northern New England area of responsibility to conduct icebreaking operations.

These operations are conducted to help relieve ice buildup and reduce the potential for flooding in surrounding communities. We encourage mariners and residents along the river to remain aware of vessel activity and changing ice conditions during this time.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

09/25/2025

‼️UPDATE: OWNER IS FOUND AND RETURNING TO THEIR BOAT ‼️

This sailboat was found by the Bar Harbor police in the vicinity of Frenchman Bay, Bar Harbor, Maine. Vessel is a Boreal 44 with the name Selkie from Portsmouth, NH. If you know who may own it, please call the SNNE Command Center at 1-833-449-2407.

09/08/2025

The Coast Guard Cutter TACKLE transited to Muscongus Bay to service Aids to Navigation in need of maintenance and repair.

This photograph is of the TACKLE’s crew servicing “The Kegs” day beacon, which marks an isolated ledge in central Muscongus Bay along the Mid-Coast region of Maine. The TACKLE conducted a periodic inspection replacing its degraded day boards. This is a very common project for their crew. Most of the aids serviced by the local Maine Coast Guard Cutters TACKLE, BRIDLE, and THUNDER BAY are structures like these. This structure is a newer style spindle tower which allows technicians to access the aid more easily, however many of our aids are older monopole designs needing replacement and are often not safe or possible for our technicians to climb.

08/21/2025

UPDATE: OWNER IN CONTACT

🚨🚨 UNMANNED/ADRIFT KAYAK🚨🚨

This kayak was found 3 nautical miles offshore in S**o Bay, Maine. The kayak is an 8’ Pelican kayak red and blue in color. If you have any information regarding this kayak or know who may own it, please call the SNNE Command Center at 1-833-449-2407.

U.S. Coast Guard Station South Portland

08/21/2025

🚨🚨 UNMANNED/ADRIFT SAILBOAT🚨🚨

This sailboat was found by a Good Samaritan in the vicinity of Halfway Rock, Casco Bay, Maine. The sailboat is a 20’ Pico. If you have any information regarding this sailboat or know who may own it, please call the SNNE Command Center at 1-833-449-2407.

U.S. Coast Guard Station South Portland

07/30/2025

Coast Guard Sector Northern New England is looking for the owner of this kayak. It was found near the mouth of the Montsweag Brook leading into the Back River near Oak Island. If you know the owner or have any information about this vessel, please contact the Coast Guard’s Command Center at 1-833-449-2407.

07/27/2025

Coast Guard Sector Northern New England is looking for the owner of this 14 foot sailboat that was found on the west side of Westport Island. If you know the owner or have any information about this vessel, please contact the Coast Guard’s Command Center at 1-833-449-2407.

06/11/2025

UPDATE: OWNER IN CONTACT

🚨🚨 UNMANNED/ADRIFT KAYAK 🚨🚨

This kayak was found by a Good Samaritan in the water in the vicinity of Great Diamond Island, ME. If you have any information regarding this kayak or know who may own it, please call the SNNE Command Center aU.S. Coast Guard Station South Portlandion South Portland

05/21/2025

National Safe Boating Week is here – and it’s time to gear up for a safer summer on the water!
From May 17–23, as we sail into Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial kickoff to boating season, the U.S. Coast Guard urges everyone—boaters and beachgoers alike—to put safety first.

The numbers don’t lie: In 2023, there were 3,844 recreational boating accidents, leading to 564 tragic deaths, 2,126 injuries, and over $63 million in damages. 87% of drowning victims weren’t wearing a life jacket. Let’s change that.

Here’s how you can make a difference every time you’re on the water:
🦺 Wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket—no exceptions.
🔎 Make sure it fits and matches your activity.
🚫 Skip the alcohol when operating a vessel—your judgment and your life depend on it.
📲 Find more safety tips at uscgboating.org and safeboatingcampaign.com

Let’s make 2025 the safest boating season yet.

04/09/2025

While the weather is soon to be warming up, the water is still cold! 🥶

Did you know the average water temperatures in Maine in April is only in the low 40’s?

Cold water can lead to hypothermia fast if you're immersed, so whether you're on a boat or paddle craft make sure to take extra precautions and stay safe!

Several things to consider:
🦺Always wear a life jacket.
🌡️Dress for the water temperature, not air temperature. Wear cold water protection, like a wetsuit or dry suit.
📡Carry an Emergency Position Indication Radio Device.
📝File a float plan with someone you trust.
🌤️Check the latest marine weather forecast, including water temperatures, with the US National Weather Service Gray ME