U.S. Coast Guard spreads safety tips for Boating Safety Week

Coast Guard urges preparedness during National Safe Boating Week - Alaska Native News

SEATTLE – In support of National Safe Boating Week, held from May 17 to 23, the Coast Guard 13th District urges all recreational boaters and recreational paddlers throughout the Pacific Northwest to exercise caution and become knowledgeable on water safety in preparation for the 2025 boating season. As the weather improves, and many members of the […] The post Coast Guard urges preparedness during National Safe Boating Week appeared first on Ala…

U.S. Coast Guard spreads safety tips for Boating Safety Week

The U.S. Coast Guard wants people to take a moment and reflect on boating behaviors before casting off this spring.

Update 4 and Final: U.S. Coast Guard safely tows Lucky Harvest to Guam

SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard safely towed the 47-foot vessel Lucky Harvest to Hagåtña boat basin arriving shortly after 8 p.m. on May 17, 2025, after it was located on May 16 with the two mariners aboard disabled 125 nautical miles west of Apra Harbor reportedly due to an electrical failure. The USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) crew transferred the tow to a Station Apra Harbor 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew and the Sector Boarding Te…

Coast Guard Urges Inland Northwest Boaters and Paddlers to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Summer Season

CLARKSTON, WA – In support of National Safe Boating Week, held from May 17 to 23, the Coast Guard 13th District urges all recreational boaters and recreational paddlers throughout the Pacific Northwest to exercise caution and become knowledgeable on water…

North Iowa Outdoors: Safety First When Boating This Weekend

The warmer weather is inspiring many Iowa boaters to hit the state’s lakes and rivers. Iowa Department of Natural Resources conservation officer Nate Carr says before taking the boat off the trailer, check over your supply of life jackets. https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/05/mkboat1.mp3 Along with a fire extinguisher and a horn, Carr says life jackets are must-have safety items on a boat. https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/site…