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The words 20 Years Later are shown on the top of a bus. In the foreground, a Coast Guard rescue swimmer is hoisting a survivor during Hurricane Katrina.

Sept. 3, 2025

Heroes of the Flood: The untold story of Coast Guard boat forces during Hurricane Katrina

While Coast Guard helicopters grabbed headlines with dramatic rooftop rescues, the majority of Katrina’s survivors were saved by small boat crews.

Pictured is a PSU 303 Raider Boat patrolling Port of Ad Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with PSC Sandra Mitten manning the aft .50 caliber. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Aug. 29, 2025

Coast Guard PSUs—nearly 45 years of service!

Forged in the Persian Gulf, Coast Guard PSUs revolutionized harbor defense, establishing a legacy of rapid deployment and global port security.

Here are key updates on fitness, recruitment, training, retention and more from the People Town Hall.

Aug. 27, 2025

Coast Guard leaders chart the course for the Force Design 2028 People Campaign

Here are key updates on fitness, recruitment, training, retention and more from the People Town Hall.

An engraving portraying another of Martin’s cutters, the sailing Revenue Cutter Morris. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Aug. 27, 2025

CAPT Francis Martin—the most ancient of “Ancient Mariners” with 63 years of service!

After retiring at age 93, Captain Francis Martin holds the title for the Coast Guard’s all-time Ancient Mariner.

The Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office (RAS PEO) will focus on integrating uncrewed systems (UxS) across all 11 of its statutory missions.

Aug. 25, 2025

Coast Guard accelerating use of unmanned systems

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office (RAS PEO) also developing new Robotics Mission rating

Minimal supply expected until November/December 2026.

Aug. 25, 2025

Coast Guard uniform blue windbreaker and dress pants in short supply

Members should expect delays in getting items through November/December 2026 due to supply chain issues.

U.S. Coast Guard Base Kodiak continues construction for a new housing project at the Nemetz Park Site, Aug. 23, 2024. Base Kodiak is constructing around 50 units to accomodate 200 service members and their families that will be attached to the polar-class cutters scheduled to commission in Kodiak within the next few years. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Cameron Snell)

Aug. 22, 2025

SITREP on improving Coast Guard housing, CDCs and other facilities

The Coast Guard is building a better workplace…literally.

A World War II photograph showing the various canine breeds used by the Coast Guard in World War II. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Aug. 22, 2025

A Coastie’s best friend—Over 80 years of Coast Guard canines!

From WWII beach patrols to post-9/11 explosive detection, the Coast Guard's canine program has a rich history of evolving to meet emerging threats and safeguard our nation.

A Coast Guard Air Station Houston MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew rescued eight people aboard a vessel 40 miles south of Galveston, Texas, May 28, 2024. Weather conditions at the time of the rescues were 30 knot winds and 8-foot seas.

Aug. 21, 2025

Coast Guard announces search and rescue (SAR) award winners

Congratulate your 2025 Association for Rescue at Sea (AFRAS) Gold and Silver Medals and Geoff Pagels SAR Professional of the Year Awards recipients!

Current image of the 200-year-old Black Rock Light standing as a lone sentinel on Fayerweather Island. (Wikipedia)

Aug. 20, 2025

The Long Blue Line: Courage like Kate—The legacy of keeper Kathleen Moore

Lighthouse keeper Kate Moore was a trailblazer at a time in our history when opportunities for women were very limited.