United States Coast Guard
Coverage of United States Coast Guard in the Nexus archive.
- Brownstown resident dies in boat crash on Detroit River, per Grosse Ile PD
A Brownstown resident died and a Rockwood resident was hospitalized after a boat crash on the Detroit River near Celeron Island. The 37-foot Rinker vessel was 80% submerged when first responders arrived, and authorities are investigating potential contributing factors like alcohol or drugs.
- USCG searching for missing boater in the Florida Keys
The United States Coast Guard is searching for missing boater Dustin Southwick in the Florida Keys. He was last seen at his Marathon rental and later spotted leaving the 33rd Street boat ramp on a boat named 'Mauney Marine'. The public is urged to contact the Coast Guard with any information.
- 10 rescued from sinking vessel near Rickenbacker Causeway by USCG
The United States Coast Guard rescued ten people from a sinking vessel near the Rickenbacker Causeway on Friday night. A salvage team subsequently towed the vessel to Dinner Key Marina.
- Coast Guard helps 10 aboard disabled boat near Rickenbacker Causeway
The U.S. Coast Guard's Station Miami Beach crew rescued 10 people from a disabled boat near Rickenbacker Causeway, with commercial salvage teams later towing the vessel to Dinner Key Marina. No injuries were reported, and the Coast Guard emphasized 24/7 availability for maritime emergencies.
- USCG seizes over 2,000 pounds of marijuana on boat off the Great Inagua Island; 3 arrested
The US Coast Guard seized over 2,000 pounds of marijuana worth nearly $3 million on a boat approximately 80 miles off Great Inagua Island in the Bahamas. Three individuals were arrested by Bahamian authorities following the drug bust.
- USCG rescues distressed 450-pound sea turtle off Sugarloaf Key
The US Coast Guard rescued a 450-pound distressed sea turtle seven miles south of Sugarloaf Key and delivered it to the Marathon Turtle Hospital for care.
- USCG evacuates woman who had pregnancy complications from cruise ship
The US Coast Guard medically evacuated a woman experiencing pregnancy complications from a cruise ship near Government Cut, Florida. The evacuation occurred about four miles northeast of Government Cut, and the woman was transported to a hospital for further care.
- Coast Guard breaks ground on runway restoration at Base Elizabeth City
The United States Coast Guard has begun restoring a runway at Base Elizabeth City, a facility with over 80 years of service. The runway, built during World War II, is currently overgrown and requires significant repairs.
- Thousands expected on Lake St. Clair this Fourth of July weekend as officials urge boating safety
Officials urge boaters to prioritize safety on Lake St. Clair during the busy Fourth of July weekend, emphasizing life jackets, sobriety, and emergency preparedness. A recent propeller accident injured a man in his 20s, prompting reminders about swimming precautions and responsible boating. Crowds and increased activity heighten risks, with Coast Guard patrols monitoring for violations.
- Coast Guard searching for man believed to have fallen overboard in Biscayne Bay
The United States Coast Guard is searching for a man who fell overboard in Biscayne Bay near Brickell Key and Hobie Island Beach Park. Search operations involve Coast Guard Sector Miami, Miami-Dade, and Miami Fire Rescue units. No details about the victim have been released.
- Search for missing Michigan woman in the Bahamas resumes
Authorities in the Bahamas have resumed the search for missing woman Lynette Hooker, 55, after location data from her husband Brian Hooker's phone contradicted his statements about her disappearance. The U.S. Coast Guard is deploying divers to search the location indicated by the cellphone, while Bahamian police have questioned Brian Hooker but not filed charges.
- SF Coast Guard crew rescues 3 people trapped in Santa Cruz cave
The United States Coast Guard rescued three people from a cave near Santa Cruz last weekend. The Coast Guard was alerted by Cal Fire officials requesting air assistance.
- Trump fawns over hunky Coast Guard graduates and grips their biceps in wild commencement speech: 'I hate good looking men'
Donald Trump gave a commencement speech to Coast Guard graduates, where he made unusual comments about their physical appearance. He expressed his dislike for good-looking men while gripping their biceps. The speech was unconventional and drew attention to Trump's behavior.
- Coast Guard shackled frightened teen's feet, turned him over to ICE after arresting him and his father as they enjoyed day of fishing off Martha's Vineyard
A teenager and his father were arrested by the Coast Guard while fishing off Martha's Vineyard. The teen was handed over to ICE after being shackled. The incident occurred during a day of fishing.
- Coast Guard shackled frightened teen's feet, turned him over to ICE after arresting him and his father as they enjoyed day of fishing off Martha's Vineyard
A frightened teen and his father were arrested by the Coast Guard while fishing off Martha's Vineyard. The teen was shackled and turned over to ICE. The incident occurred during a day of fishing.
- Mystery of the Mary Celeste 'ghost ship' is SOLVED: Study reveals how an explosion of ethanol vapor may have caused the crew to jump ship in panic
The mystery of the Mary Celeste's abandonment has been solved, revealing that an explosion of ethanol vapor may have caused the crew to abandon ship in panic. The study provides a possible explanation for the infamous incident. The crew's panicked response to the explosion led to their disappearance.
- Mystery of the Mary Celeste 'ghost ship' is SOLVED: Study reveals how an explosion of ethanol vapor may have caused the crew to jump ship in panic
The mystery of the Mary Celeste's abandonment has been solved by a study revealing an explosion of ethanol vapor may have caused the crew to jump ship in panic. The incident occurred on the Mary Celeste, a merchant ship. The crew's panicked response led to their disappearance.
- Coast Guard releases new photos of sailboat seized in missing American's Bahamas disappearance case
The Coast Guard has seized a sailboat belonging to Brian Hooker, whose wife Lynette went missing in the Bahamas. The seizure is part of a criminal investigation into her disappearance. The couple's sailboat, Soulmate, was taken to Coast Guard Station Fort Pierce for processing.
- Suspected drunk boater filmed passed out behind the wheel of speeding vessel filmed roaring towards violent collision with stone dock
A suspected drunk boater was filmed passed out behind the wheel of a speeding vessel that collided with a stone dock. The incident was captured on film and shows the vessel roaring towards the dock before impact. The boater's condition is not specified in the report.
- Ship operators charged in Baltimore bridge collapse:
Ship operators have been charged in connection with a bridge collapse in Baltimore. The charges stem from an incident where a ship collided with a bridge, causing it to collapse. Further details on the charges and incident are pending.
- Dali ship operator, foreign employee charged in Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, unsealed indictment shows
Criminal charges have been brought against the operator and an employee of the container ship Dali, which collapsed Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge over two years ago. The indictment names Synergy Marine Pte Ltd and Synergy Maritime Pte Ltd as defendants, along with technical superintendent Radhakrishnan Karthik Nair. The companies and Nair are charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States and other offenses.
- Coast Guard seizes boat in woman's disappearance case
The Coast Guard has seized a boat in connection to a woman's disappearance case. The details of the seizure and the case are currently unknown. The incident is under investigation.
- Coast guard seizes couple's dream yacht a month after wife 'fell' overboard on Bahamas adventure...as footage reveals his bizarre behavior just hours after she vanished
A couple's yacht was seized by the coast guard a month after the wife fell overboard during a Bahamas adventure. The husband's bizarre behavior hours after her disappearance has been revealed in footage. The incident is under investigation.
- Fifteen people rushed to hospital after 'boat explosion' in Miami
Fifteen people were rushed to a hospital after a boat explosion occurred in Miami. The incident resulted in multiple injuries. Details about the cause of the explosion are not provided.
- Coast Guard seeks public's help in finding missing wife in Bahamas
The Coast Guard is seeking the public's help in finding a missing Michigan woman who disappeared last month in the Bahamas. The woman was in the Bahamas when she went missing. The Coast Guard is asking for assistance in the search.
- Watch live: DHS officials testify before House on 2027 budget for non-immigration agencies
DHS officials from non-immigration agencies will testify before the House Appropriations Committee on the 2027 budget during a record-long partial government shutdown. The session includes leaders of the Secret Service, Coast Guard, TSA, CISA, and FEMA.
- U.S. Unseals Warrant for Tanker Seized by Coast Guard Off the Coast of Venezuela
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia has unsealed a seizure warrant for the oil tanker M/T Skipper, which was apprehended by the Coast Guard in waters off Venezuela. The legal action represents U.S. enforcement efforts related to maritime operations in the region.