U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Alert

07/29/2026

ALERT returned to Cape Canaveral after 146 days away completing major maintenance at GMD Shipyard in Brookyln, New York. “The crew showed exceptional grit and resilience over the last four and a half months, proving their deep dedication to the Coast Guard and ALERT, said CMDR. Mario G. Gil, Commanding Officer of ALERT. "Even while being away from home, handling a large crew turnover, and executing a major maintenance availability, our crew ensured ALERT is fully prepared to return to the fight stronger than ever and ready to serve the American people for years to come.

02/05/2026

Very excited to share our patrol video from our recent Eastern Pacific patrol.

01/15/2026

Welcome home to the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Alert (WMEC 630)! After a 45-day patrol in the Windward Passage, Caribbean Sea, and Eastern Pacific Ocean, the Alert has returned to its homeport in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

We’re incredibly proud of the crew’s success in seizing 2,250 pounds of co***ne and seven pounds of ma*****na, valued at more than $18.4 million, a significant blow to narco-terrorism. Their dedication to protecting our nation’s borders is truly commendable, especially with the time spent away from their families.

Beyond their counter-drug mission, the crew also supported Operation Vigilant Sentry to deter illegal migration, hosted the U.S. Ambassador to Panama, and conducted joint training with Panama’s National Aeronaval Service (SENAN). They also earned the rare title of “shellback” after crossing the equator!

Read the press release here: https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/4380642/coast-guard-cutter-alert-returns-home-after-interdicting-more-than-184m-in-narc/

12/18/2025

12/16/2025

At the beginning of December, following a 9-week inport, the crew of CGC ALERT departed for patrol. The crew successfully completed an engine inspection involving a compressive teardown of both our main diesel engines, prepped and painted the deck of our fantail as well as countless other areas throughout the ship, prepared our bridge and communications equipment. In addition the crew found time to promote 3 members. The crew participated in the MWR Halloween 5k sweeping the podium in all categories! We were very lucky to have the amazing hospitality of the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Navy Ordnance Test Unit. ALERT'S crew worked hard to ensure ALERT remained mission ready for her patrol.