U.S. Coast Guard Southeast

A U.S. Coast Guard Station Port Canaveral boat crew assisted 4 people aboard a 20-foot vessel taking on water 12 miles offshore Cape Canaveral, Saturday.

The boat crew arrived on scene and helped dewater the vessel while escorting it back to shore. With assistance from the boat crew, the vessel safely returned to Sunrise Marina, where it was hauled out of the water.

The Coast Guard reminds mariners heading offshore to routinely inspect their vessels, ensure bilge pumps are functioning properly and file a float plan with a trusted contact before leaving the dock.

The best time to prepare for hurricanes is BEFORE hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. Get your disaster supplies while the shelves are still stocked, and get that insurance checkup early, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period. noaa.gov/prepare-before-hurricane-season

El mejor momento para prepararse es ANTES del comienzo de la temporada de huracanes. Evite tener que apresurarse con los preparativos que pueden salvarle la vida esperando hasta que sea demasiado tarde. Obtenga sus suministros de emergencia mientras las estanterías están aún llenas y obtenga una revisión de su póliza de seguros con anticipación, ya que el seguro contra inundaciones requiere un período de espera de 30 días. noaa.gov/prep-rese-antes-de-la-temporada-de-huracanes

The first step of preparing for hurricanes is to know your risk. Find out today what types of water and wind hazards could happen where you live. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Impacts from wind and water can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur regardless of the storm’s strength. Know if you live in an area prone to flooding, if you live in an evacuation zone, and identify any structural weaknesses in your home.
noaa.gov/know-your-risk-water-wind

El primer paso para prepararse para los huracanes es conocer su riesgo. Averigüe hoy qué tipos de peligros del agua o viento podrían ocurrir donde reside. Los huracanes no son solo un problema costero. Los impactos del viento y el agua se pueden sentir a cientos de millas tierra adentro, e impactos significativos pueden ocurrir independientemente de la fuerza de la tormenta. Conozca si reside en un área propensa a inundaciones o en una zona de evacuación, e identifique las vulnerabilidades estructurales de su residencia.
noaa.gov/conozca-su-riesgo-agua-y-viento

A U.S. Coast Guard Station Key West boat crew rescued two kayakers, Sunday, after their kayaks overturned in the vicinity of Fort Zachary Taylor.

Fortunately both kayakers were wearing life jackets, which played a critical role in keeping them safe.

The emphasizes the importance of having a proper life jacket which could save the life of you or your loved ones while out on the water.

The Coast Guard also reminds all mariners to check local weather conditions before heading out on the water. Even short trips can become dangerous if the sea state changes unexpectedly.

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U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area Command
US Coast Guard Sector Key West

A U.S. Coast Guard Station Canaveral boat crew safely assisted 7 people aboard a disabled 25-foot vessel 22 miles east of New Smyrna Beach, Saturday.

The Station Canaveral boat crew towed the vessel back to U.S. Coast Guard Station Ponce de Leon Inlet, where the tow was transferred to commercial salvage personnel.

The U.S. Coast Guard reminds mariners to always carry proper safety equipment, monitor weather conditions, and ensure vessels are mechanically sound before heading offshore.

🛥️ Being a safe boater starts with education! 📚

Taking a boater safety course can teach you valuable tips that can prevent accidents and save lives. During the course, you will learn the rules of the waterways and how to properly utilize the safety equipment onboard your vessel.

Most accidents come down to:
• Speed
• Inexperience
• Lack of awareness

The best prevention?

👉 Take a boating safety course. https://cgaux.org/boatinged/