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Heavy Weather Expected — Boaters and Mariners Take PrecautionsThe Coast Guard is urging boaters to exercise extreme caut...
09/24/2026

Heavy Weather Expected — Boaters and Mariners Take Precautions

The Coast Guard is urging boaters to exercise extreme caution as hazardous weather approaches Coastal New Hampshire and Maine waters from late Thursday through Monday.

Forecast conditions include northeast winds of 20–30 knots with gusts exceeding 40 knots, seas of 9–13 feet, significant rainfall, dangerous surf, and possible minor coastal flooding around high tide. These conditions may make boating unsafe and could limit the Coast Guard’s ability to respond to emergencies.

Boaters should strongly consider remaining in port, seeking safe harbor, altering plans, and securing vessels, moorings, paddle craft, and small boats. Mariners underway should monitor the latest weather forecasts and maintain a continuous watch on VHF Channel 16.

Please review the Marine Safety Information Bulletin and National Weather Service forecast graphic below for additional details. For urgent safety-of-life emergencies, contact the Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16 or call (833) 449-2407.

An illegal charter isn’t just a paperwork problem… it can put passengers at risk.Coast Guard requirements for passenger-...
08/25/2026

An illegal charter isn’t just a paperwork problem… it can put passengers at risk.

Coast Guard requirements for passenger-for-hire operations ensure vessels are properly inspected, operators are appropriately credentialed, passenger limits are followed, and required lifesaving equipment is aboard.

Before booking or boarding a charter, know what to look for. Ask to see the captain’s credentials and, when required, the vessel’s Certificate of Inspection. Never board an overloaded vessel, and make sure appropriate safety equipment is available.

If something doesn’t look right, don’t get underway.

Report suspected illegal passenger-for-hire operations to U.S. Coast Guard Sector Northern New England.

We’re seeing a lot of new digital faces in our community here, so allow us to (re)introduce ourselves! Welcome to the ...
06/05/2026

We’re seeing a lot of new digital faces in our community here, so allow us to (re)introduce ourselves! Welcome to the official Coast Guard Sector Northern New England page – where courage meets community, and bonds are built on honor, respect, and devotion to duty.

Here, you can expect to find a community rallied around the ’s missions, members, and milestones.

Thank you for following along!

03/26/2026
The Coast Guard is closely monitoring upcoming weather conditions and river ice to help reduce the risk of ice jam flood...
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.

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