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Multi-agency search and rescue exercise in South Maui
The County of Maui announced that numerous County, State and federal agencies will be participating in a joint search and rescue exercise this week. The most visible activities will take place Wednesday, March 20 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Kīhei Boat Ramp and in the offshore waters between South Maui and the island of Lānaʻi.
Update on grounded vessels off Maui: boats stabilized and pollution removal complete
The Coast Guard has concluded its response to two separate vessel grounding incidents off Maui, involving the Altego II in Lahaina on Jan. 8, and the Chaparral at Sugar Beach on Jan. 9, 2024.
85-foot boat grounded in Kihei, Maui; breaks from mooring during strong winds
The Coast Guard is responding to an 85-foot vessel “Chaparral” that broke free of its mooring and ran aground near Sugar Beach, Maui, Tuesday.
Teams remove 10,000 gallons of petroleum, adjudicates 65 vessels from Lahaina Harbor
State and federal responders have completed recovery and removal operations in or adjacent to Lahaina Harbor. The US Army Corps of Engineers will conduct final disposition of fire-damaged vessels and incident-generated debris removed during harbor operations.
US Coast Guard transitions to next phase in Maui wildfire recovery
The Unified Command and the primary contractor, Global Diving & Salvage, have removed, to date, over 2100 gallons of product from vessels in the vicinity of Lahaina Harbor.
Coast Guard continues response to West Maui wildfire, search and rescue continues
“Today, our assets remain actively engaged in the search and rescue response and our responders are operating and searching as though there may still be survivors in need of assistance,” said Capt. Aja L. Kirksey, Sector Commander of Coast Guard Sector Honolulu.
US Coast Guard responds to medical emergency at Molokini Crater
A 70-year-old female passenger was found unresponsive while snorkeling and was quickly brought back onboard the passenger vessel Ocean Odyssey. Although she regained consciousness, a Coast Guard crew on Maui medevaced the woman for further care.
Coast Guard Conducts Repatriation Flights to Federated States of Micronesia
An Air Station Barbers Point HC-130 Hercules aircrew conducted two flights repatriating Federated States of Micronesia citizens and delivering U.S. and foreign diplomats to Pohnpei International Airport on Thursday, May 13 and Friday, May 14.
Coast Guard Cutter Kimball Returns Home From Expeditionary Patrol in the Pacific
During the 82 day patrol the cutter’s crew worked closely with partners and allied nations on numerous missions ranging from search and rescue to the prevention of illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing while promoting stability and security throughout the region.
Coast Guard Hero Recognized On Maui
US Coast Guard Petty Officer (Ret.) Mitchell Lani received a Commendation Medal for his brave actions while training for deployment during the Korean War.
Three Visitors Rescued off Papalaua Beach, Maui
Three visitors were rescued from waters off of Papalaua Beach Park in West Maui on Wednesday afternoon after being swept out in choppy seas and 25-30 mph winds.
Commemorating 60 years of National Safe Boating Week on Maui
Rep. Angus McKelvey presented a certificate to the US Coast Guard in recognition of the important work they do as part of National Safe Boating Week.
Joint Exercise with Hawai‘i National Guard, Starts Feb. 5
The Hawaiʻi National Guard along with Maui emergency responders will participate in a large-scale emergency operations exercise beginning Monday, Feb. 5, 2018.
UPDATE: Owner of Unmanned Dinghy Located
The owner of an unmanned dinghy found floating adrift off of Maui on Monday has since been located and is not in distress. The US Coast Guard issued an update saying the dinghy had broken loose from the harbor.
Boat Taking on Water Rescued by Coast Guard in Kahului
The incident was first reported at around 7:15 a.m., with two male individuals aboard the 21-foot boat, about two miles outside of the Harbor.
