U.S. Coast Guard
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Official U.S. Coast Guard X account - The Nation’s premier maritime military service and law enforcement agency. If in distress, use VHF channel 16 or dial 911.
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Five people. One dog. One tight hoist. 🚁🐕
When the shrimping vessel Shayna Michele took on water and grounded on the Winyah Bay jetties in South Carolina on Wednesday, an Air Station Savannah MH-65 crew navigated wires and cables to hoist all aboard to safety.
When the call comes in, we’re ready. #SAR# #USCG#
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Investing in modern infrastructure. ⚓️
@USCG has awarded a $230 million design-build contract for new operational support facilities at Coast Guard Base Charleston, marking the latest in planned improvements totaling over $440 million at the base.
This investment supports the homeporting of our newest cutters, and ensures our dedicated service members have the infrastructure, healthcare access, and support facilities they deserve to maintain peak mission readiness.
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