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CBP Reminds Great Lakes Pleasure Boaters of Reporting Requirements

Dinesh PatelMay 3, 20240

DETROIT – Boating season is approaching fast and U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations reminds travelers of pleasure boat reporting requirements in the Great Lakes region. Operators of small pleasure vessels arriving from a foreign port or place, to include any vessel which has visited a hovering vessel or received merchandise outside the territorial sea, are required to report their arrival to CBP immediately upon landing in the U.S. As part of CBP’s comprehensive effort to improve the security of our nation’s borders while enhancing legitimate travel, the agency encourages the use of CBP ROAM™ for

Citrus County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit Rescues Nine Boaters

Breaking Local News ReportApril 16, 20240

CITRUS COUNTY, FL – This past weekend, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Marine Unit, in collaboration with the U.S. Coast Guard and the MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, successfully rescued nine boaters from two sinking vessels amid challenging conditions. The first incident occurred on Saturday, April 13, around noon when a 17-foot fiberglass vessel capsized 14 miles northwest of Shell Island. The CCSO Marine Unit, led by Deputies Sudlow and Seidenstucker, arrived to find two adults in the water. Despite the north wind generating large, six-foot waves, the deputies managed to rescue the individuals, who were cold

Two Boaters Rescued After Crashing into Rocks at Manasquan Inlet

Charlie DwyerSeptember 15, 20230

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – A boat with at least three passengers sunk after it crashed into the rocks on the jetty along the Manasquan Inlet Thursday night, according to Coast Guard sources. Ocean waters in the area were rough and choppy last night as Hurricane Lee loomed a few hundred miles off the coast. Emergency crews were actively looking for a missing individual after a boat overturned in the Manasquan Inlet late late into the night. Local police called the Coast Guard that three people had fallen into the water. Two had been located and rescued by first responders

Maryland NRP reminds boaters to stay sober on the water

Phil StiltonJune 30, 20230

As the upcoming holiday weekend approaches, authorities are reminding individuals to participate responsibly in Operation Dry Water. While enjoying Maryland’s beautiful waterways is a popular activity, it is crucial to prioritize safety and responsible behavior. Here are important reminders to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience provided by Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the National Resources Police Department. Designate a Sober Skipper When operating a vessel, always ensure that the skipper is sober and capable of safely navigating the waterways. Impaired judgment can lead to accidents and endanger lives. Have a Knowledgeable Co-Operator It is advisable to have at

CBP reminds boaters of small vessels their reporting requirements

US Border PatrolMay 18, 20230

DETROIT – Boating season is upon us, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations reminds travelers of small vessels the reporting requirements in the Great Lakes region. Operators of small pleasure vessels arriving from a foreign port or place, to include any vessel which has visited a hovering vessel or received merchandise outside the territorial sea, are required to report their arrival to CBP immediately upon landing in the U.S. As part of CBP’s comprehensive effort to improve the security of our nation’s borders while enhancing legitimate travel, the agency encourages the use of CBP ROAM™

Boaters Rescued After Party Boat Ran Aground in Sheepshead Bay

Adam DevineJuly 26, 20220

NEW YORK, NY – A weekend party out on Sheepshead Bay ended when a party boat loaded with revelers ran aground on a sand bar in Mill Creek on Sheepshead Bay in Brooklyn. The New York City Fire Department’s Marine 3 and Marine 8 patrol boats responded to the scene and found the boat tilted and grounded in the water, stuck in shallow water. Firefighters rescued 20 stranded passengers and transported them safely to sure. No charges were filed and no boating violations were issued.

Westport Police Rescue Capsized Boaters, Respond to Boat Launch Mishap in Long Island Sound

Adam DevineJuly 17, 20220

WESTPORT, CT – Westport marine police officers rescued two people from an overturned canoe in Long Island Sound and later responded to a vehicle in the water at a boat launch ramp. According to police, the Westport Police Department Marine Unit responded to a capsized canoe with two people in the water on Long Island Sound this afternoon. “Both people were wearing life jackets and were brought aboard the Westport Police Department marine unit vessel, which had responded to assist,” the Westport Police Department said. “Later the Marine Unit responded to Veteran’s Park for a vehicle and trailer in the

Prosecutor says boater’s recklessness caused death of a 45-year-old woman in Galloway

Charlie DwyerDecember 21, 20210

MAYS LANDING- A Galloway Township man has been charged with Aggravated Manslaughter in connection to a fatal boat crash in July 2019 that killed a 39 year-old woman, Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Cary Shill announced. On Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, members of the US Marshals NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force – Atlantic City Division, arrested Arthur Lesbirel, 45, and he was charged with Aggravated Manslaughter in connection to a boat crash that occurred on July 21, 2019, on the Intercoastal Water Way in Galloway Township. An investigation has determined that Lesbirel was operating a boat recklessly and caused a boat