Safety
Arnstein Mustad Dissects Dismasting During Pac Cup Return Delivery
For the Pogo 40 'Möve', returning from the Pacific Cup was harder than the race.
Woman, Daughter and Pets Rescued from Sailboat Off Honolulu
A 47-year-old woman, her daughter and their two pets, a cat and a tortoise, have been rescued from a 47-ft sailboat off Hawaii.
US Coast Guard Sets Port Condition Whiskey for Hawaii County
The US Coast Guard has set port condition Whiskey for Hilo and Kailua-Kona ahead of expected gale-force winds generated by Tropical Storm Hone.
Mexican Authorities To Remove Abandoned Vessels in Bahia de La Paz
Port authorities in La Paz have requested all moored-boat owners to register their vessels in preparation for hurricane season.
Boat Sunk by Pod of Orcas; Sea Shepherd Disputes Bladed Rudder as Deterrent
The 'Bonhomme William' was on a 10-day voyage from Vilamoura, Portugal, to Greece when it was rammed by five orcas.
Runaway Sailboat Gets Tow from Paddleboarding Rescue Swimmers
'Latitude' reader John Canfield of Mendocino was surprised to see a boat under tow from four paddleboards last week.
Coast Guard, Good Samaritans Rescue Three From Water Near Honolulu
The Coast Guard and good Samaritans rescued three sailors from the water approximately two miles south of the Honolulu coast on Monday.
NOAA’s Services Threatened Under Project 2025
"Project 2025 … states that an incoming administration should all but dissolve the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration"
A Fun Night at Sea, Versus a Nightmare at Sea
In this month's World of Chartering we hear from Tom Luneau on chartering in Tampa Bay, FL and
how marine safety is what makes a fun night at sea, versus a nightmare at sea.
Going to Mexico Later This Year? Practice Your Dinghy Beach Landings First
Nobody should underestimate the power of waves — even two-footers — to do harm. They can flip or roll inflatables.
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