U.S. Coast Guard Sector Miami

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03/21/2026
U.S.C.G. Station Miami Beach, in conjunction with Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and Coral Gables PD, halted an illegal pas...
12/28/2025

U.S.C.G. Station Miami Beach, in conjunction with Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and Coral Gables PD, halted an illegal passenger-for-hire operation.

Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility If the boat ride you’re paying for feels sketchy or unsafe, it probably is! Report i...
08/31/2025

Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility

If the boat ride you’re paying for feels sketchy or unsafe, it probably is! Report it before someone gets hurt.

Is the price too good to be true? Is the vessel lacking safety equipment? Your captain can’t produce credentials? These are RED FLAGS! 🚩

Don’t ruin a good time by putting you or your loved ones at risk. If you see an unsafe charter vessel operation, report it to the Coast Guard Investigative Service at https://www.p3tips.com/878

08/30/2025

Your Safety is Our Top Priority 🦺

This year, our U.S. Coast Guard Southeast boarding teams have stopped more than 100 illegal charter operations throughout the district, as part of the U.S. Coast Guard's ongoing efforts to protect the maritime public and keep passengers safe.

The Coast Guard conducts regular patrols to identify and halt illegal charters ensuring the safety and security of the public on the nation’s waterways.

We urge the public to understand the risks and consequences of illegal charter operations to help protect themselves and their loved ones. Our goal for everyone to return to shore safely, and that starts with a properly credentialed operator and a safe, compliant vessel.

Remember, if you see an unsafe charter vessel operation, report it to the Coast Guard Investigative Service.

The Coast Guard encourages anyone paying for a boat ride to ask their captain two critical questions to ensure their saf...
08/29/2025

The Coast Guard encourages anyone paying for a boat ride to ask their captain two critical questions to ensure their safety.

1️⃣ Ask to see their captain’s Merchant Mariner Credential
2️⃣ Ask to see a U.S. Coast Guard-issued Certificate of Inspection (required for more than 6 paying passengers)

If your captain cannot produce appropriate credentials, DO NOT get on the boat! 🚫

Captains who invested the time and resources to gain their certifications should be ready to show you their credentials. Legitimate businesses typically advertise their compliance with U.S. Coast Guard safety requirements.


Risks & Consequences of Illegal Charters Illegal charter operations pose a significant risk to the safety of their passe...
08/28/2025

Risks & Consequences of Illegal Charters

Illegal charter operations pose a significant risk to the safety of their passengers, their crew and the maritime community. Illegal charters often lack the necessary safety equipment and may not meet the same safety standards as legal charters putting people at risk.

If the Coast Guard terminates the voyage of an illegal charter operation, then payment made by passengers could potentially be lost. 💸

Keep yourself safe and don’t waste your time or money on an illegal charter. Ensure your captain has a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner credential before you pay for a boat ride.

As we approach Labor Day Weekend, the U.S. Coast Guard is dedicated to ensuring everyone's safety on the water. This wee...
08/27/2025

As we approach Labor Day Weekend, the U.S. Coast Guard is dedicated to ensuring everyone's safety on the water. This week, we're sharing essential safety information about illegal charters to help keep you and the maritime community safe.

What is an Illegal Charter?

An illegal charter is a vessel whose operations subvert regulations intended to keep paying passengers and the maritime public safe. Learn the signs of an illegal charter and ensure the vessel operation you are paying for is safe and legal.

Stay tuned throughout the week as we share information that can help protect lives. Share this information with your friends and loved ones and together, we can make this holiday weekend safer for everyone.

📎: https://tinyurl.com/y5m5ax4d

🚨In distress?If you need help on the water, contact the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Miami command center.📡Hail us on VHF Cha...
08/20/2025

🚨In distress?

If you need help on the water, contact the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Miami command center.

📡Hail us on VHF Channel 16.
📞 Call 911 if you’re near shore or do not have a radio.
☎️ Or reach the Sector Miami Command Center directly — located on the graphic below.

Sector Miami rescues crews are on watch 365, 24/7.

Address

100 MacArthur Causeway
Miami Beach, FL
33139

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