It turns out that one 13-month period coinciding with that first Sea Tow boat, now four decades ago, also marked milestones for cellular telephones, EPIRBs, GPS, and even the Coast Guard’s rescue ...

The United States Coast Guard saves thousands of lives each year out on the open ocean. But how do these maritime guardians ...

Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Jacob Conrad was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for leading a rescue mission that overcame several obstacles.

A rescue swimmer with the US Coast Guard arrived to assist the duo and was able to bring them both to shore. No injuries were reported. A sailor and his dog were rescued from their vessel in ...