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Official USCG Southern California Twitter account. Providing breaking Coast Guard-centric news from Morro Bay, California south to the California-Mexico border.
Southern California
Joined August 2013
Great job to @CaliforniaDFW! They rescued a man and his two children after their sailboat capsized near Redwood City, Saturday. Proper life jacket and signalling device usage helped ensure their safety at sea, even after being in the water for over an hour!. #safeboating #SAR.
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From June 22–28, 6 illegal maritime smuggling events occurred at the Southwest Border, involving 13 aliens. Smugglers put lives at risk in unsafe boats, often unlicensed captains, no safety gear, no regard for human life. Don’t take to the sea. #DontTakeToTheSea #SanDiego #USCG.
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An Air Station Ventura helicopter crew performed a medevac from an oil rig off the coast of Santa Barbara, today. Great job to the air crew!. #uscg #medevac #ventura #santabarbara
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From June 8–14, 12 illegal maritime smuggling events occurred at the Southwest maritime border, involving 46 aliens. Smugglers often don’t care about the safety or the lives of their passengers. These dangerous crossings can end in tragedy. #DontTakeToTheSea #SanDiego #USCG.
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The crew from the Coast Guard Cutter Active interdicted 11 aliens found aboard a vessel approximately 22 miles west of La Jolla, Saturday. All aliens claimed Mexican nationality and were transferred to the custody of the U.S. Border Patrol. #uscg #sandiego #BorderSecurity
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The @USCG interdicted 21 aliens over three interdictions the last few days. Read the releases here:
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UPDATE 2: The Coast Guard suspended its search Tuesday morning for the missing Cessna 414 with 6 persons aboard. Read the full release here:
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From July 1–7, 11 illegal maritime smuggling events occurred at the SouthWest border, involving 44 aliens. The sea is unpredictable and deadly for those unprepared. Smugglers don’t care about safety. Don’t take to the sea. #DontTakeToTheSea #SanDiego #USCG.
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UPDATE: Search efforts are still ongoing. Press release with the latest information can be found here:
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The @USCG is searching for a downed Cessna 414 with 6 POB, approx. 3 mi W of Pt. Loma. Currently searching are 1 Jayhawk helo from Air STA Ventura, 1 C-27 from Air STA Sacramento, CGC Sea Otter, 1 small boat each from STA SD & the MSST, as well as several partner agencies.
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Migrants must be aware of what could happen out on the water. The sea can be dangerous, and conditions can change fast. Too many migrant lives are lost attempting the trip. #DontTakeToTheSea.#USCG #SemperParatus. U.S. Coast Guard graphic by PA3 Charlie Valor
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Over the weekend, Coast Guard Cutter Petrel and Coast Guard Station San Diego interdicted a total of 28 migrants from two separate vessels off the coast of Point Loma. All aliens claimed Mexican nationality and were transferred to the custody of U.S. Border Patrol. #uscg
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The sea can be treacherous and unforgiving, leave it to the professionals. May 25–31, 6 illegal maritime smuggling events occurred, involving 37 aliens. The ocean demands experience, safety protocols, & the right equipment. Don’t take to the sea. #USCG.#DontTakeToTheSea #SanDiego.
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UPDATE: The missing man was found safe nearby Avalon Beach.
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USCG is currently searching for a missing man, reported overdue to the Coast Guard at 3:30 a.m. Wednesday. The 41-year-old male was last known to be fishing between Dana Point and Catalina Island aboard an 18-foot boat. Please contact the Coast Guard if you have any information.
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From May 18–24, 13 illegal maritime smuggling events occurred, involving 51 aliens. With high surf advisories in effect, the ocean is even more unforgiving. These illegal crossings are dangerous and often deadly. Don’t take to the sea. #DontTakeToTheSea #SanDiego #USCG.
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As boating season begins, The USCG reminds everyone to know before you go. Illegal charters may lack credentialed Captains, proper safety gear, and inspections-putting lives at risk. Learn more .#USCG #SemperParatus #Illegalcharters
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The crew of the USCGC Haddock (WPB-87347), Station San Diego and partner agencies apprehended 11 aliens in the San Diego Bay, May 18, 2025. All 11 aliens claimed Mexican nationality and are in Border Patrol custody. Read more: #SouthwestBorder #CoastGuard
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From May 11–17, 9 illegal maritime smuggling events occurred, involving 23 aliens. These voyages are unsafe, unlawful, and often end in tragedy. Don’t risk your life at sea. #DontTakeToTheSea #SanDiego #USCG.#NationalSafeBoatingWeek.
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RT @USCGNorCal: The @USCG Cutter Thetis recently interdicted nearly 7,000 kgs of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. First interdicting….
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